Na Fianna Éireann - The Lost Boys of the Revolution
Added: 12 May 2015
Contributor:
Scoilnet
Resource type:
Project
School project from Castletroy college in Limerick exploring the historically important role played by Na Fianna during the period 1912 - '22. Looks at the role played by Bulmer Hobson and Countess Markievicz in their formation and at how Na Fianna were structured and the types of activities in which they engaged. Also explores the relationshhip between the Fianna and the Irish Volunteers and the role played by the organisation during the 1916 rising and Civil War. This project was a winning entry in the 2015 All-Island Schools History Competition.
How it maps to the curriculum
- SC
- History
Strand: Later Modern Ireland
Strand unit: 3 Sovereignty 1912-1949
Suggestions for use: Good solid notes on the Fianna. Would provide good material for Research Study. Well worth examining in class. Print off.
