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The man who witnessed Michael Collins' death on this day in 1922

Emmet Dalton was with Michael Collins the day he died and was heavily involved in the establishment of Ardmore Studios which boosted the Irish Film Industry.

Roots

Roots

Marilyn Monroe's ancestral clan has Irish link, DNA project confirms

Marilyn Monroe's ancestral Clan Munro has been found to have a direct link to Ireland.

History

History

Long-lost photo of Michael Collins taken hours before his death found in Dublin attic

On August 22, 1922, Michael Collins was shot in an ambush. A remarkable photo of "The Big Fella" taken just hours before his death was uncovered in an attic.

Roots

Roots

Vacation of a lifetime: 1960s movie follows adventures of group of boys in Ireland

All the beauty of the Blackwater area in Co Cork explored by a group of young lads visiting from England and the continent.

History

History

Evidence shows man who shot Michael Collins met him before ambush

New information from military files about “Sonny” O’Neill, the man thought to have killed Michael Collins.

Travel

Travel

Expert's tips for preparing for your Irish roots research trip to Ireland

From what to pack and what you need to know before you go, to searching Dublin records and making contact with the locals in your ancestral home, an expert’s top advice

History

History

How a US whaling ship freed six Irish revolutionaries from Australian prison

On August 19, 1876, the Catalpa rescue reached a conclusion as the whaling ship docked in New York Harbor, having successfully carried six Fenian revolutionaries from a penal colony in Australia.

History

History

Did a search for buried gold lead Michael Collins to his death?

Does buried gold explain why Michael Collins was in West Cork on the day of his death?

Politics

Ireland’s national anthem performed in Irish Sign Language

The Amhrán na bhFiann / The Soldiers Song was performed at Ireland’s Parliament as new proposals launched to mark the 110th anniversary of Peadar Kearney’s tune.

History

Irish Mammy who served British soldiers tea during Troubles shot weeks later

In August 1971, Joan Connolly, a mother of eight, was one of 10 people shot dead by soldiers in the Ballymurphy massacre.

History

WATCH: Newsreel footage of post 1916 Easter Rising Dublin

Historic newsreel footage shows the aftermath of the Dublin 1916 Easter Rising as "British troops march through the streets of Dublin."

History

The musical instruments of ancient Ireland

These archaeological finds highlight Ireland's long and rich history of music.

Roots

Seared into her soul - how her Irish ancestors made her write

How author Linda Hughs familial love of storytelling and her Irish ancestor's incredible tale of immigration have influenced and shaped her writing.

History

The first meeting of hurling's great GAA foes: Tipperary v Kilkenny

This weekend the hurling giants the Kilkenny Cats and the Premier County go head to head in Croke Park for the All-Ireland Hurlings Final this Sunday. Here we take a look back at their first battle in the 1896 final.

Roots

The Old Ones Were Brown - the heritage passed down from Co Mayo

"They are us and we are them." Elaine Cawley Weintraub reflects on the traditions and heritage that her ancestors in Co Mayo held onto and passed down.

Travel

Irish should celebrate the deep connection between Newfoundland and Ireland

The connection between Ireland and Newfoundland goes back centuries. Why isn't this history celebrated more?

Roots

Watch celebrations in Ireland as The Republic of Ireland Act came into effect

Highlights include the inauguration of Ireland’s first President, Dr. Douglas Hyde, in June 1938; a 1936 speech from Dublin Lord Mayor Alfie Byrne about the prospect of a United Ireland; and footage from the Eucharistic Congress of June 1932.

Education