Battle of Tara Hill

Battle of Hill of Tara
Part of the Irish Rebellion

The cross at the site of the battle.
Date26 May 1798
Location
Result

Government/British victory

  • Ending of rebellion in Meath.
Belligerents
Kingdom of Ireland Irish Government
Kingdom of Great Britain Britain
United Irishmen
Commanders and leaders
Captain Blanche Unknown
Strength
700 4,000
Casualties and losses
30 killed 400 killed

The Battle of Tara Hill was fought on the evening of 26 May 1798 between British forces and Irish rebels involved in the Irish Rebellion of 1798, resulting in a heavy defeat for the rebels and the end of the rebellion in County Meath.