Defenders

The Defenders (English: Defender , Irish Na Cosantóirí ) were a political association founded in Ireland in 1784 , the aim of which was to maintain or achieve political and religious freedom.

She played a major role in the Irish Rebellion of 1798 .

See also: History of Ireland (1536–1801)

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