History A-Level
Constitutional nationalism vs physical force
What Constitutional nationalism vs physical force means in History A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Constitutional nationalism vs physical force
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A contrast between peaceful campaigning to repeal the Union and the violent rebellion pursued by the United Irishmen, Young Ireland and the Irish Republican Brotherhood.
Topics that use Constitutional nationalism vs physical force
- Paper 3, Option 36.2: Ireland and the Union, c1774–1923 - 1 Irish nationalism: from agitation to civil war (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
Related terms
- Catholic emancipation and religious grievances
- Home Rule
- Home Rule League
- Impact of failed rebellions on public opinion
- Irish Parliamentary Party
- UVF
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