Fenians
What was the nationality of the Fenians?
What are the Fenian raids?
A series of small, failed raids into British North America
When was it?
June 2, 1866
Did they win? Yes or no?
Yes
How did the Fenians help the cause of the Confederation?
Made people aware of the danger of invasion from their powerful neighbour
A common, united defence was neccessary to defend against these attacks
Who were they trying to gain independence from?
Britain
When did they start their mission?
April 1866
Where did they attack?
Canada West
Why did they retreat?
Forced to retreat when additional colonial militia and British troops arrived
What did the colonial officials provide the militia with after the raids?
1. More training
2. Better weapons
3. More money
4. More volunteers
When did they form the secret organization?
1858
Where is Campobello Island?
New Brunswick
True
How many soldiers were killed?
10
Why did the colonies resent the United States?
They believed that the United States government should have stopped the Fenians at the border
What is the other name for the Fenians?
The Irish Republican Brotherhood
What damage did the attack do to the island and the people?
Why did Captain Carter withdraw his force?
How many soldiers were injured?
Over thirty
Where was the Confederation secured?
Nova Scotia
What does the Irish word "Fiann" mean?
"Band of warriors"
10 000
About 800
Cavalry (mounted soldiers)
When was the Confederation secured?
June 1866