End of Williamite War and rights for Irish Catholics agreed.

The Treaty of Limerick marked the conclusion of the Williamite War in Ireland. It granted Catholics in Ireland religious freedom and the right to retain their property. However, the treaty was not fully honored, causing ongoing tension between the Catholic population and the Protestant ruling class. The Williamite War had erupted when King James II of England, who was also the Catholic king, was overthrown by his Protestant daughter Mary and her husband, William of Orange. James sought support in Ireland but was defeated by William's forces. The Treaty of Limerick was then negotiated, allowing Irish soldiers to leave for France to join James's army. Despite the promises made in the treaty, the Penal Laws were later enacted, severely restricting the rights of Catholics in Ireland. This led to further discrimination and marginalization of the Catholic population for years to come. The treaty's significance lies in its attempt to grant Catholics rights in a predominantly Protestant society, and its subsequent failure to uphold those rights. The Treaty of Limerick remains a symbol of broken promises and ongoing religious tensions in Ireland, highlighting the complexities of Irish history and the struggle for equality and justice. #TreatyofLimerick #ReligiousFreedom #IrishHistory #CatholicRights