The Parnellite Party

The Parnellite Party was a political faction in Ireland in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, centered around Charles Stewart Parnell, a prominent Irish nationalist leader. They advocated for Irish independence from British rule and sought home rule—self-governance within the United Kingdom. The party emerged from the Irish Parliamentary Party after Parnell’s leadership boosted Irish nationalist efforts. However, internal conflicts and the scandal involving Parnell's personal life led to divisions, reducing their influence. Ultimately, the Parnellite Party played a key role in advancing the cause of Irish self-governance during that period.