Episode 5 of 5
Sentencing Commutation
- When
- June 1849
- Where
- Dublin
In June 1849, sentences for O'Brien and confederates were commuted to transportation for life to Van Diemen's Land.
The sentences of O'Brien, Meagher, MacManus, and O'Donoghue were commuted in Dublin. This marked the legal conclusion of the rebellion's immediate aftermath for the key leaders.
Sources
- William Smith O'Brien Wikipedia, revision of 2026-05-31
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