Special Tours | Unmanageable Revolutionaries
Women in Irish History
Women have been virtually written out of history. Yet in Irish mythology, powerful women such as Queen Meadbh of Connacht feature prominently. Red Hugh O'Donnell, who rebelled against the English in the 1590's, owed his position to his wily mother, Iníon Dubh (Dark Daughter).
The O'Malleys of Connacht were led by Granuaile (bald Grace), a legendary sea captain and pirate. With the spread of English common law, however, women assumed less prominent roles. However, during the land war (early 1880's), when Charles Stewart Parnell and other male leaders were imprisoned, his sisters Anna and Fanny established a Ladies' Land League, renowned for its efficiency and militancy. Women were to the fore in the Irish Revolution (1916-1923) but suffered setbacks thereafter. The tour concludes with consideration of the position of women in Irish society today.
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