November Webinar | Invaded! The Fenian Raids and the Canadian Response | Kathryn Lake Hogan
Between 1866 and 1871, Irish-American veterans invaded Canada, attempting to pressure Britain to withdraw from Ireland. Gain an understanding of the historical context, significant battles, and the lasting impact on Canadian military and national identity. Determine your ancestor’s role in these events and where to find the records.
Audience Level: All
Outline
โข Origins of the Fenian Brotherhood
โข Motivating factors including the Great Famine, British oppression and the desire for Irish independence.
โข How military strategies learned during the American Civil War influenced key players such a T.W. Sweeny, John O’Mahony, and JohnO’Neill.
โข The 1866 Raids
- Campobello, New Brunswick raid
- Invasion at Fort Erie and the Battle of Ridgeway
โข The 1870 and 1871 Raids
- Eccles Hill, Pigeon Hill and Battle of Trout River
โข Impact on Canadian military development, including the establishment of the Canadian militia.
โข How the raids influenced the Confederation movement and the creation of Canada as a nation.
โข Tips for genealogists on tracing ancestors who may have been involved using militia lists, diaries, photographs and newspapers.
