The Kildare Rebellion was a significant uprising that took place in 1534 in Ireland, led by Silken Thomas, the 10th Earl of Kildare. The rebellion arose from tensions between the Irish nobility and the English crown, particularly over issues of governance and land rights. Silken Thomas opposed the English rule and sought to assert Irish independence. The rebellion was marked by a series of battles and skirmishes, but it ultimately failed. In 1535, the English forces captured Kildare, leading to the execution of Silken Thomas and several of his supporters. This event further solidified English control over Ireland and highlighted the growing divide between the two cultures.