Memoirs of the Different Rebellions in Ireland: From the Arrival of the English Also, a Particular Detail of that which Broke Out the XXIIId of May, MDCCXCVIII; with the History of the Conspiracy which Preceded it, Volume 2 |
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... prefent at , and fuperintended this dreadful fcene of carnage on horseback . When the rebels retreated from the bridge , on the alarm given by general Roche , Dixon and his wife attempted to follow them ; but their horfes ftartled at ...
... prefent at , and fuperintended this dreadful fcene of carnage on horseback . When the rebels retreated from the bridge , on the alarm given by general Roche , Dixon and his wife attempted to follow them ; but their horfes ftartled at ...
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... prefènt , for that purpofe ; but he never was known to exert himself . The perfon who gave this notice to doctor ... prefent , till Mr. Kellett fent a meffenger for him ; and there were many perfons mailacred in the interval between ...
... prefènt , for that purpofe ; but he never was known to exert himself . The perfon who gave this notice to doctor ... prefent , till Mr. Kellett fent a meffenger for him ; and there were many perfons mailacred in the interval between ...
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... pre- fent at the maffacre , affembled at governor Keugh's houfe , and concerted measures of conciliation , in hopes of procuring an amnefty . Next morning they waited on lord Kingfborough , requesting that he would be their mediator ...
... pre- fent at the maffacre , affembled at governor Keugh's houfe , and concerted measures of conciliation , in hopes of procuring an amnefty . Next morning they waited on lord Kingfborough , requesting that he would be their mediator ...
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... prefent , had a large whiskey bottle in his pocket , and a piftol in his hand ; and he boasted that he had just shot his officer outfide the town , alluding to the murder oft enfign Harman . He alfo faid , he would fhoot lord ...
... prefent , had a large whiskey bottle in his pocket , and a piftol in his hand ; and he boasted that he had just shot his officer outfide the town , alluding to the murder oft enfign Harman . He alfo faid , he would fhoot lord ...
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... prefent , ran haftily to general Lake , and requested that he might be refpited ; but he affured him , that he found among his papers fufficient indi- cations of his guilt . See in Appendix , No. XXI . 5.a lift of rebel leaders found ...
... prefent , ran haftily to general Lake , and requested that he might be refpited ; but he affured him , that he found among his papers fufficient indi- cations of his guilt . See in Appendix , No. XXI . 5.a lift of rebel leaders found ...
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Page 415 - YOUR patriotic exertions in the cause of your country have hitherto exceeded your most sanguine expectations, and in a short time must ultimately be crowned with success. Liberty has raised her drooping head, thousands daily flock to her standard, the voice of her children every where prevails. Let us then in the moment of triumph, return thanks to the Almighty Ruler of the Universe, that a total stop has been put to those sanguinary measures, which of late were but too often resorted to by the creatures...
Page 229 - I, AB, in the presence of God, do pledge myself to my country, that I will use all my abilities and influence in the attainment of an impartial and adequate representation of the Irish nation in parliament ; and as a means of absolute and immediate necessity in the establishment of this chief good of Ireland, I will endeavour, as much as lies in my ability, to forward a brotherhood of affection, an identity of interests, a communion of rights, and...
Page 32 - Wexford without opposi" tion, to lay down their arms, and return to their allegiance, provided that " their persons and properties are guaranteed by the commanding officer ; " and that they will use every influence in their power to induce the " people of the country at large to return to their allegiance...
Page 415 - ... few professional commanders: but what power can resist men fighting for liberty! In the moment of triumph, my countrymen, let not your victories be tarnished with any wanton act of cruelty: many of those unfortunate men now in prison were not your enemies from principle; most of them, compelled by necessity, were obliged to oppose you: neither let a difference in religious sentiments cause a difference among the people.
Page 475 - On the flank or extremity of every rank, there should be intrepid men placed to keep the fronts even, that, at closing, every point should tell together. They should have at the same time two or three like bodies at convenient distances in the rear, who would be brought up, if wanting, to support the front, which would give confidence to their brothers in action, as it would tend to discourage the enemy. At the same time there should be in the rear of each division some men of spirit to keep the...
Page 228 - Resolved that the weight of English influence in the government of this country is so great as to require a cordial union among all the people of Ireland, to maintain that balance which is essential to the preservation of our liberties and the extension of our commerce.
Page 223 - Protestant Ascendancy," we have further resolved, that we consider the protestant ascendancy to consist in A Protestant King of Ireland, A Protestant Parliament, A Protestant Hierarchy, Protestant Electors and Government, The Benches of Justice, The Army and the Revenue. Through all their Branches and Details, Protestant: And this System Supported by a Connection with the Protestant Realm of Britain.
Page 227 - ... their welfare ; We think it our duty, as Irishmen, to come forward, and state what we feel to be our heavy grievance, and what we know to be its effectual remedy.
Page 441 - Town itself from fire, as well as the lives of many loyal subjects who were prisoners in the hands of the rebels. The rebels fled, upon my approach, over the Bridge of Wexford, and towards the Barony of Forth.
Page 417 - I do further declare that neither hopes, fears, rewards or punishments, shall ever induce me directly or indirectly, to inform on, or give evidence against any member or members of this or similar societies, for any act or expression of theirs, done or made collectively or individually, in or out of this society, in pursuance of the spirit of this obligation.