Revolution and the Birth of Modern Ireland · 1912 to 1923

The 1916 Rising

Investigating the events of Easter Week and the motivations of the leaders involved.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why did the rebels choose to strike during the First World War?
  2. 2How did the public perception of the Rising change after the executions?
  3. 3What role did women play in the events of 1916?

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - Politics, Conflict and SocietyNCCA: Primary - Eras of Change and Conflict
Class/Year: 6th Class
Subject: Voices of the Past: Exploring Change and Continuity
Unit: Revolution and the Birth of Modern Ireland
Period: 1912 to 1923

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