The terrorism that occurred in Ireland is an example of Nationalist Separatism. Irish Nationalists were rebelling against the British, since they had control over the land. The Irish Nationalists (resorted to terrorist tactics when acting out against the British and Protestants (White 126). Not only did the British rule Northern Ireland, but Protestants were the majority of the population in the north. The Protestants favored staying under British rule. The Catholics did not agree with this, but did not have a voice since they were not the majority. The Catholics began protesting, as they wanted to be heard (White 128). The protests then became violent, and terrorist organizations were produced on both sides. This was not about religion, but
