The dublin-based band emerged as a symbol of optimism and peace for the eighties.

were at first enthusiastic in support of the revolution. however, over time divisions of opinion became apparent between federalists and anti-federalists

montesquieu took the view that the roman republic had powers separated so that no one could usurp complete power. in the british constitutional system, montesquieu discerned a separation of powers among the monarch, parliament, and the courts of law.