The Jacobite War In Ireland, 1688-1691 (1894)

By Charles O'Kelly

Book Overview

The Jacobite War In Ireland, 1688-1691 is a historical book written by Charles O'Kelly and published in 1894. The book provides a detailed account of the Jacobite War in Ireland, which was fought between the forces of the deposed King James II and the forces of the Protestant William III of Orange. The book covers the period from the arrival of James II in Ireland in 1689 to his defeat at the Battle of the Boyne in 1690 and the subsequent Siege of Limerick in 1691. O'Kelly provides a comprehensive analysis of the political and military events that led to the war, including the religious and political tensions between Catholics and Protestants in Ireland, and the broader political context of the Glorious Revolution in England. The book also explores the key battles and military campaigns of the war, including the Siege of Derry, the Battle of the Boyne, and the Siege of Limerick. Throughout the book, O'Kelly draws on a range of primary sources, including contemporary accounts and official documents, to provide a detailed and nuanced account of the war. He also provides insights into the personalities and motivations of the key players on both sides of the conflict, including James II, William III, and the Irish generals Patrick Sarsfield and Richard Talbot. Overall, The Jacobite War In Ireland, 1688-1691 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Ireland, the Jacobite Wars, or the broader political and military context of seventeenth-century Europe.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167187342
• ISBN13: 9781167187346
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"