
FAQ About Charles Stewart Parnell

What was the Kilmainham Treaty?
The Kilmainham Treaty, reached in 1882, was an agreement between Charles Stewart Parnell and the British government, led by Prime Minister William Gladstone. It effectively ended Parnell's imprisonment for agitation related to the Land War by promising further land reforms. In return, Parnell agreed to use his influence to reduce agrarian violence and unrest, marking a pivotal moment in British-Irish relations during the period.