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Historical Events in May 1798

  • May 24 Irish Rebellion of 1798 led by the United Irishmen against British rule begins
  • May 26 British kill about 500 Irish insurgents at the Battle of Tara
  • May 27 The Battle of Oulart Hill takes place in Wexford, Ireland, large rebel force kills local militia