This outline history course will examine the emergence of the new nationalism, and its key figures, in early modern Ireland. Major themes considered will be: Parnell and Home Rule, the Irish Literary Renaissance ,the Rise of Sinn Fein , Labour and the I.R.B., all of which helped spark the Easter Rising in Dublin in 1916. This rebellion which shook the foundations of the British Empire led to an Anglo Irish War and the partition of Ireland in 1920. There are some interesting literary connections such as Yeats, Joyce, Synge and O' Casey - to mention but a few. Hopefully, it will raise some interesting thoughts and questions about Anglo Irish relations in the 20th century. Historical videos and music will be included.