Battle of Prosperous (1798)

Battle of Prosperous (United Irishmen vs Government) took place in 1798 during Irish Rebellion of 1798.

Battle facts

• Year: 1798
• Date: 24 May 1798
• Era: Early Modern
• Conflict: Irish Rebellion of 1798
• Side A: United Irishmen
• Side B: Government
• Commanders (A): John Esmonde
• Commanders (B): Richard Swayne
• Casualties: Unknown, probably few (United Irishmen), 100 killed (Government)
• Outcome: United Irishmen victory
• Coordinates: 53.288°, -6.756°

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Sources

Wikipedia article on Battle of Prosperous · Wikidata entry