The Case for Remaining Under British Rule: Why Ireland Would Have Prospered

[Lone Ranger]

While Ireland gained its independence from British rule in the early 20th century, it's worth examining the hypothetical scenario of what might have transpired had Ireland chosen to remain part of the United Kingdom. This article aims to explore the potential benefits Ireland could have experienced, particularly in terms of avoiding conflicts with Northern Ireland and fostering economic prosperity and development under British governance.

One of the most significant arguments for Ireland remaining under British rule is the potential avoidance of the decades-long conflicts and tensions surrounding Northern Ireland. The partition of Ireland in 1921 resulted in the creation of Northern Ireland, a region predominantly populated by unionists who identified as British and wished to remain part of the United Kingdom. This division led to sectarian violence, political unrest, and deep-seated divisions that persisted for much of the 20th century.

Had Ireland remained under British rule, the issue of Northern Ireland would have been non-existent, thus eliminating the root cause of conflicts and tensions between communities. Without the partition, Ireland would have been a unified entity within the United Kingdom, potentially fostering greater social cohesion and stability.

Prosperity and Development under British Governance: Under British rule, Ireland could have potentially experienced greater economic prosperity and development. Historically, the British Empire was renowned for its infrastructure projects, including roads, railways, and healthcare systems, which often benefited its colonies.

Ireland, as part of the United Kingdom, would have likely received investment in infrastructure projects aimed at modernizing the country and improving living standards. British governance could have facilitated the development of better facilities, including healthcare services, educational institutions, and transportation networks, which are vital components of a thriving society.

Moreover, being part of the larger British economy would have provided Ireland with access to a broader market for trade and commerce, potentially boosting economic growth and employment opportunities. The stability and resources offered by the United Kingdom could have supported Ireland's industrialization and technological advancements, leading to a more prosperous nation overall.

Furthermore, remaining under British rule would have likely meant that Ireland would not have joined the European Union (EU) as an independent nation. While EU membership has brought numerous benefits to Ireland, including access to the single market and funding for infrastructure projects, it has also necessitated adherence to EU regulations and policies. Without EU membership, Ireland would have maintained greater autonomy over its policies and affairs, potentially leading to a more cohesive and united Ireland, as decisions regarding trade, immigration, and sovereignty would have been made internally rather than within the framework of the EU. This could have fostered a stronger sense of national unity and identity, as Ireland would have been truly independent and self-governing, unencumbered by external influences.

 

[Tiger]

You left out….

When answering, keep in mind the joy of 800 years under British rule which included…

1. The Penal Laws.
2. Land Confiscations
3. Religious discrimination in employment, education and government positions
4. Famine and Poverty
5. Economic Exploitation
6. Cultural Suppression
7. Political Repression
8. Several attempts at genocide of the Irish people.

 

[Jim Beam]

While Ireland gained its independence from British rule in the early 20th century, it's worth examining the hypothetical scenario of what might have transpired had Ireland chosen to remain part of the United Kingdom. This article aims to explore the potential benefits Ireland could have experienced, particularly in terms of avoiding conflicts with Northern Ireland and fostering economic prosperity and development under British governance.

One of the most significant arguments for Ireland remaining under British rule is the potential avoidance of the decades-long conflicts and tensions surrounding Northern Ireland. The partition of Ireland in 1921 resulted in the creation of Northern Ireland, a region predominantly populated by unionists who identified as British and wished to remain part of the United Kingdom. This division led to sectarian violence, political unrest, and deep-seated divisions that persisted for much of the 20th century.

Had Ireland remained under British rule, the issue of Northern Ireland would have been non-existent, thus eliminating the root cause of conflicts and tensions between communities. Without the partition, Ireland would have been a unified entity within the United Kingdom, potentially fostering greater social cohesion and stability.

Prosperity and Development under British Governance: Under British rule, Ireland could have potentially experienced greater economic prosperity and development. Historically, the British Empire was renowned for its infrastructure projects, including roads, railways, and healthcare systems, which often benefited its colonies.

Ireland, as part of the United Kingdom, would have likely received investment in infrastructure projects aimed at modernizing the country and improving living standards. British governance could have facilitated the development of better facilities, including healthcare services, educational institutions, and transportation networks, which are vital components of a thriving society.

Moreover, being part of the larger British economy would have provided Ireland with access to a broader market for trade and commerce, potentially boosting economic growth and employment opportunities. The stability and resources offered by the United Kingdom could have supported Ireland's industrialization and technological advancements, leading to a more prosperous nation overall.

Furthermore, remaining under British rule would have likely meant that Ireland would not have joined the European Union (EU) as an independent nation. While EU membership has brought numerous benefits to Ireland, including access to the single market and funding for infrastructure projects, it has also necessitated adherence to EU regulations and policies. Without EU membership, Ireland would have maintained greater autonomy over its policies and affairs, potentially leading to a more cohesive and united Ireland, as decisions regarding trade, immigration, and sovereignty would have been made internally rather than within the framework of the EU. This could have fostered a stronger sense of national unity and identity, as Ireland would have been truly independent and self-governing, unencumbered by external influences.


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I've never subscribed to the idea that Ireland would've remained peaceful under British rule well into the 20th century or that a conflict like the Troubles could've been avoided. I can never prove my theory obviously.

I think any form of inevitable Irish nationalist agitation, even as limited as home rule, would've caused a civil war on the island, if not during WW2 then certainly by the 1960s. It is fanciful to believe Irish nationalists would've remained silent little west Brits and the loyalists would've ignored us. Therefore there would've been war.

 

[Mad as Fish]

You left out….

When answering, keep in mind the joy of 800 years under British rule which included…

1. The Penal Laws.
2. Land Confiscations
3. Religious discrimination in employment, education and government positions
4. Famine and Poverty
5. Economic Exploitation
6. Cultural Suppression
7. Political Repression
8. Several attempts at genocide of the Irish people.

TBF, the British would shit on their own just as quick, look at conditions of the mill workers, or plight of farm labourers over the years. I'm not excusing them, just pointing out that they were at it everywhere they went.

 

[macdougal]

I bet we would have a metro and a modern children's hospital if we had remained with the Brits. The only decent buildings in the Republic were left by the Brits.

 

[Myles O'Reilly]

Under British rule, Ireland could have potentially experienced greater economic prosperity and...

...and had 100,000 of their children raped by Muslim gangs.

They could also have had their society enriched by Africans roaming around stabbing everything that comes into sight as per London.

But the biggest benefit of British rule would be to see half the female population of Ireland giving birth to mulatto children as per Manchester, Birmingham, Bradford etc where the native lads are so cucked their women have to ride Muzzies and [edited out by mods but the word began with N].

 

[SeekTheFairLand]

The economic wonders that would have befelled Ireland had they stayed in the Union. And yet the Brits had 800 years to show us the potential of that happy union.

 

[Wolf]

Ireland spent 800 years under brit rule, gained 'independence' for a few decades then sold itself to the EU where it's governed from to this day.
It's a failed 26 county statelet now being invaded by the feral dregs of human society at the behest of FFG/SF and the communist dirt in Dail Eireann.

 

[Zipporah's Flint]

...and had 100,000 of their children raped by Muslim gangs.

They could also have had their society enriched by Africans roaming around stabbing everything that comes into sight as per London.

But the biggest benefit of British rule would be to see half the female population of Ireland giving birth to mulatto children as per Manchester, Birmingham, Bradford etc where the native lads are so cucked their women have to ride Muzzies and [edited out by mods but the word began with N].

Mod warning- please refrain from the "N word", etc.

 

[scolairebocht]

As with all here, I am afraid I completely disagree with you.

Just one simple point that I think many take for granted, the Independent Irish state pretty much never went to war anywhere and never introduced conscription. UK citizens, on the other hand, have been privileged during those years to get their heads shot off on battlefields the length and breadth of the globe, frequently through conscription, and frequently also only in the interests of the globalist financier classes.

 

[Woke is broke]

They say Irish soldiers built the British Empire.

 

[SeekTheFairLand]

Ireland spent 800 years under brit rule, gained 'independence' for a few decades then sold itself to the EU where it's governed from to this day.
It's a failed 26 county statelet now being invaded by the feral dregs of human society at the behest of FFG/SF and the communist dirt in Dail Eireann.

The Free State never gained independence. The issue of the 6 counties aside.. the Brits installed a new administration in the Dail to replace that in the castle. Churchill handed them guns, poured ex-Brits and tans into Free State uniforms and turned the guns on republicans and the hill-side men. You never had independence, you had a neo colony.

 

[Anderson]

Not sure if it's because of the British, but I was recently in Northern Ireland again and I was in Derry, traveling down to Strabane, Omagh, and Enniskillen.

Each town is well developed with all amenities and yet they are about 20km apart from each other.

Where in Ireland outside say Dublin is a major town next door to another major town, if anything they are all about 40km plus apart from each other.

 

[Anderson]

The Free State never gained independence. The issue of the 6 counties aside.. the Brits installed a new administration in the Dail to replace that in the castle. Churchill handed them guns, poured ex-Brits and tans into Free State uniforms and turned the guns on republicans and the hill-side men. You never had independence, you had a neo colony.

Would any of men from both sides of the treaty have bothered at all if they knew the country would be run the way it has been?

 

[clarke-connolly]

Ireland spent 800 years under brit rule, gained 'independence' for a few decades then sold itself to the EU where it's governed from to this day.
It's a failed 26 county statelet now being invaded by the feral dregs of human society at the behest of FFG/SF and the communist dirt in Dail Eireann.

Tragic ~ But True.

 

[valamhic]

Independence allowed us to stay out of the war where my father could have lost his life and I would not be here.

After the Rochester bye election it looks like Ireland had a lucky escape.

 

[AUL LAD]

While Ireland gained its independence from British rule in the early 20th century, it's worth examining the hypothetical scenario of what might have transpired had Ireland chosen to remain part of the United Kingdom. This article aims to explore the potential benefits Ireland could have experienced, particularly in terms of avoiding conflicts with Northern Ireland and fostering economic prosperity and development under British governance.

One of the most significant arguments for Ireland remaining under British rule is the potential avoidance of the decades-long conflicts and tensions surrounding Northern Ireland. The partition of Ireland in 1921 resulted in the creation of Northern Ireland, a region predominantly populated by unionists who identified as British and wished to remain part of the United Kingdom. This division led to sectarian violence, political unrest, and deep-seated divisions that persisted for much of the 20th century.

Had Ireland remained under British rule, the issue of Northern Ireland would have been non-existent, thus eliminating the root cause of conflicts and tensions between communities. Without the partition, Ireland would have been a unified entity within the United Kingdom, potentially fostering greater social cohesion and stability.

Prosperity and Development under British Governance: Under British rule, Ireland could have potentially experienced greater economic prosperity and development. Historically, the British Empire was renowned for its infrastructure projects, including roads, railways, and healthcare systems, which often benefited its colonies.

Ireland, as part of the United Kingdom, would have likely received investment in infrastructure projects aimed at modernizing the country and improving living standards. British governance could have facilitated the development of better facilities, including healthcare services, educational institutions, and transportation networks, which are vital components of a thriving society.

Moreover, being part of the larger British economy would have provided Ireland with access to a broader market for trade and commerce, potentially boosting economic growth and employment opportunities. The stability and resources offered by the United Kingdom could have supported Ireland's industrialization and technological advancements, leading to a more prosperous nation overall.

Furthermore, remaining under British rule would have likely meant that Ireland would not have joined the European Union (EU) as an independent nation. While EU membership has brought numerous benefits to Ireland, including access to the single market and funding for infrastructure projects, it has also necessitated adherence to EU regulations and policies. Without EU membership, Ireland would have maintained greater autonomy over its policies and affairs, potentially leading to a more cohesive and united Ireland, as decisions regarding trade, immigration, and sovereignty would have been made internally rather than within the framework of the EU. This could have fostered a stronger sense of national unity and identity, as Ireland would have been truly independent and self-governing, unencumbered by external influences.


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what a sad waste of a persons life that you could live in this country and say what you say .
you not alone know nothing about us you know nothing about the parasites who ruled us at the end of a bayonet or battering ram.
you refer to them mistakenly as the British -- the UK -- the British empire and so on .
all of these are totally separate entities .
we were never part of or ruled by the united kingdom.
the British empire attacked America and tried to enforce the pound at half its real value and told the Americans their dollar currency and their freedom was history -- the Americans fought a bank with a king and an army they did not fight a king with a bank and an army --there is a big difference .
you display you do not know who the British empire was and they were not British.
your level of ignorance is sad.

 

[AUL LAD]

Independence allowed us to stay out of the war where my father could have lost his life and I would not be here.

After the Rochester bye election it looks like Ireland had a lucky escape.

my father was born in 1911 and he said he was born a slave .
Ireland had not declared itself and the British tried to kill him and my uncle. D. who had a price on his head and was involved in the BREAKING INTO kilkenny jail which the British demolished after this incident before they left .
The british had a habit of using up the non english troops first and the wine waiters at headquarters well away from the front were never irish .
even in our time a great and very sexy lady had to roar and scream for years to get even a pension for the Gurkas .

 

[Skin the Goat]

the British empire attacked America and tried to enforce the pound at half its real value and told the Americans their dollar currency and their freedom was history -- the Americans fought a bank with a king and an army they did not fight a king with a bank and an army --there is a big difference .
you display you do not know who the British empire was and they were not British.
your level of ignorance is sasad.

Can someone translate the above into English please?

 

[AUL LAD]

Can someone translate the above into English please?

The American war of independence was a currency war-- the "" colonists ""did not go to war over tea leaves being spilled in Boston harbor .
both Franklin and Washington stated the war was a currency war as someone in an office in London who would never set foot in America and who did not know any Americans would get the wealth of a continent by imposing a currency with a value half of its true worth which would enslave all those who used his currency at his imposed value.
children around the world are told it was over tea leaves because if they were told the truth the game is up .
the yanks lost the war in 1913 when Paul Warburg INVENTED THE FEDERAL RESERVE --which is not federal and has no reserves .
this entity has done what the bank of England wished to do to Franklin and Washington and has caused the crash of 29 to transfer the wealth of America to itself and has robbed as much as possible and when it could rob no more they started to rob the loans of the American state which now amount to 34 trillion and are climbing by a trillion every 100 days .