Williamite War in Ireland

The Williamite War in Ireland (1689-1691) was a conflict between supporters of Catholic King James II of England and Protestant King William of Orange, who had seized the English throne. After James's defeat in the Battle of the Boyne in 1690, the war continued until William's forces ultimately triumphed. The conflict was rooted in religious and political power struggles, reflecting broader tensions in Britain and Ireland. The war ended with the Treaty of Limerick, which, despite initially promising protections for Catholics, led to the marginalization of Catholics in Ireland and solidified Protestant dominance.