FAQ About Charles Stewart Parnell
How did the Catholic Church react to Parnell’s affair?
The Catholic Church strongly disapproved of Charles Stewart Parnell’s affair with Katharine O'Shea, viewing it as a moral transgression. The Church's condemnation contributed significantly to divisions within the Irish political scene and the eventual loss of Parnell's leadership. Many bishops actively campaigned against Parnell after the affair became public, illustrating the powerful influence of the Church in Irish society during that time.
