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Oakboys

The Oxford Companion to Irish History | 2007 | Copyright

Oakboys (Hearts of Oak) a movement of popular protest in Cos. Armagh, Tyrone, and Monaghan in 1763. The main grievances were county cess, which was rising as the growth of the linen industry created a need for better roads and bridges, and the lesser tithes demanded by the clergy of the Church of Ireland. Presbyterians, Anglicans, and Catholics all took part in the protest.

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Oakboys

The Oxford Companion to British History | 2002 | | Copyright

Oakboys in Ireland were the northern and protestant equivalent of the Whiteboys in 1771, protesting against compulsory service as road-menders. The campaign of intimidation was less violent than in Munster and lasted only a few months.

J. A. Cannon

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Oakboys

A Dictionary of British History | 2004 | | Copyright

Oakboys in Ireland were the northern and protestant equivalent of the Whiteboys in 1771, protesting against compulsory service as road‐menders. the campaign of intimidation was less violent than in Munster and lasted only a few months.

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