Question

What historical reasons led to Northern Ireland becoming part of the United Kingdom?

Answer 1

Northern Ireland is not UNDER the United Kingdom, it is part of the United Kingdom (of Britain and N. Ireland).. . Because historically that is the case. The Republic of Ireland (Eire) broke away but Ulster remained. It is the wish of the majority of the residents that it should be so.

Answer 2

That is like saying "Why is New York under the USA?"

Answer 3

Because Northern Ireland is British and part of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Answer 4

The basic difference between English people and Ireland people is religion. People in Southern (Free) Ireland are catholic while British people are Protestant. On the other hand northern Ireland has both Catholic and Protestant people. Protestant part of society wants to be a part of United Kingdom and catholics want to be free. UK is stronger than Ireland and that's why they rule Northern Ireland....