A History of Ireland in Song

Robert Emmet

Robert Emmet, 1778-1803. Born in Dublin. Joined the United Irishmen, and led the 1803 Rising. He was captured by the British, tried, found guilty of treason, and was hung, drawn and quartered.

Also about Robert Emmet on this site:

The song Bold Robert Emmet
His speech from the dock

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