Fenian

/ˈfɛniən/ noun

Definition

A member of an Irish revolutionary organization, especially those who sought Irish independence from British rule in the 19th century.

Etymology

From Irish 'Fianna,' legendary warriors from Irish mythology, plus English '-ian'; the Fenian Brotherhood adopted this name to connect their cause to ancient Irish heroism.

Kelly Says

The Fenians named themselves after warriors from ancient Irish legend—it's like if a modern group called themselves 'Avengers' to invoke power and historical significance, and it actually worked!

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