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ENNISCORTHY CHURCH 1798
Destruction of the Church at Enniscorthy: rebels set fire to organ and other Church property and take away bell Date: May 1798
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1798 Arson Away Bell Destruction Enniscorthy Organ Property Rebels
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This evocative print depicts the aftermath of the destructive events that unfolded at Enniscorthy Church during the Irish Rebellion of 1798. The scene captures the moment when rebels set fire to the organ and other Church property, while taking away the prized church bell. The once serene and sacred interior of the Church has been reduced to smoldering ruins, with the organ's pipes and intricate woodwork engulfed in flames. The expression on the faces of the onlookers conveys a sense of shock and disbelief at the turn of events. The Irish Rebellion of 1798 was a pivotal moment in Irish history, as the country rose up against British rule in a bid for independence. Enniscorthy, a town in County Wexford, became a focal point of the rebellion due to its strategic location and the determination of its inhabitants. The Church, a symbol of the established order, was not spared from the rebels' wrath. The print provides a poignant reminder of the turbulent times that Ireland went through during the late 18th century. The destruction of the Church at Enniscorthy was not an isolated incident, as similar acts of violence and arson were carried out across the country during the rebellion. The print serves as a testament to the passion and resolve of the Irish people, as well as the devastating consequences of political upheaval and conflict.
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