The Land League

The Land League was an Irish political movement founded in 1879 to address the issues faced by tenant farmers in Ireland. It aimed to secure fair rents, fix tenure, and improve the rights of tenants against exploitative landlords. The movement garnered widespread support, leading to protests and campaigns against eviction and high rents. Key figures included Michael Davitt and Charles Stewart Parnell, who advocated for land reform. The Land League played a significant role in the larger struggle for Irish nationalism and social justice, influencing subsequent movements for land rights in Ireland.