History
Learn about Irish history, folklore, and mythology - from the ancient times of glory to the modern Ireland.
What you should know about Irish American mobster “The Irishman” Danny Greene
St. Patrick’s Battalion: What caused them to turn on the U.S. and fight for Mexico?
Last surviving pilot of WWII Battle of Britain has died aged 105
The surprising history of Claddagh rings and how they've become cool again
On This Day: Harry Clarke, stained glass artist, is born in Dublin
WWII ship where five brave Sullivan brothers died discovered on St. Patrick's Day
The truth about St. Patrick's life, from kidnapping to Irish Catholicism
WATCH: Famous US film director gets his Irish citizenship in this 1964 newsreel
St. Patrick’s Day on Achill Island - a day unlike any other
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- 1 Everything you know about the St. Patrick's Day shamrock is a lie
- 2 Irish country potato and cabbage soup recipe
- 3 Irish craic explained - the six levels of craic you can reach
- 4 What miracles did St. Patrick perform?
- 5 WATCH: Short film from 1910 proves the Irish emigrant's tale is timeless
- 6 "May the road rise up to meet you" - the story behind the traditional Irish blessing
- 7 Where is the oldest St. Patrick's Day celebration in the world?
- 8 Two Irish favorites combine in this delicious apple and Jameson tart recipe
- 9 On This Day: George Brent, the Irish rebel turned Hollywood star, was born in 1904