When Wolfe Tone Met Napoleon

When Wolfe Tone Met Napoleon

The greatest Irish republican leader, Wolfe Tone, and the greatest military general in history, Napoleon Bonaparte, came together in the winter of 1797 to plot an invasion of Ireland. Their objective was to overthrow the British government and establish an Irish Republic. But why did Napoleon abandon Ireland in favour of Egypt? And what were Tone’s impressions of this legendary figure? This video explores Wolfe Tone’s daring mission to solicit French aid, the lost opportunity to shatter British power forever, and the decision that changed the course of history.
Credit to : Brenno