Contents

Introduction

Chapter One
The Fenian Brotherhood

Chapter Two
Double Agents, Loose Lips and Rampant Rumour

Chapter Three
The Volunteer Militia

Chapter Four
Preparing a Welcome for the Fenians

Chapter Five
The St. Patrick Day’s Alert

Chapter Six
Let Them Come — If They Dare

Chapter Seven
The Fenians Are Among Us

Chapter Eight
Imperial Military Might

Chapter Nine
The Turning Point

Chapter Ten
The Legacy

Glossary of Terms

Key Personalities in the Fenian Crisis

Photo Credits

Selected Bibliography

Acknowledgements

Index