Fenian Ambush, Manchester red plaque

This red commemorative plaque records: Fenian Ambush (September 1867) Site of the rescue of two Fenian prisoners. Following the shooting of a policeman three of the rescuers were executed at the last public hanging in the Manchester area (November 1867). Recorded plaque organisation: Manchester City Council.

The Fenian Ambush in Manchester involved the rescue of two Irish republican prisoners by members of the Fenian Brotherhood, leading to a significant incident that included the shooting of a police officer and the subsequent execution of three rescuers, marking the last public hanging in the Manchester area. This event highlighted the intensity of Irish nationalist activities in Britain during the 19th century.