1647 Treaty of Newport

The Treaty of Newport, signed in 1647, was an agreement during the Irish Confederate Wars where Irish Catholic leaders sought to negotiate peace with the English Parliament. The treaty aimed to grant Catholics religious freedoms and some political rights in return for loyalty and military support. However, the deal was contentious; many Protestants and English authorities rejected it, fearing concessions to Catholics, and it was ultimately short-lived. The treaty reflected the complex religious and political struggles in Ireland during this period, highlighting the hopes for resolution amid ongoing conflict.