History
Learn about Irish history, folklore, and mythology - from the ancient times of glory to the modern Ireland.
When Michael Flatley performed an anti-war dance in front of Russia’s Putin
Where the Black Irish really came from and no, it wasn’t the Spanish Armada
Lock of Michael Collins' hair sells at auction for over $23k
The American Revolution was Ireland’s first victory
Britain’s original Kings were Irish Celts
“No Irish Need Apply” signs existed despite denials, high schooler proved
FBI files allege Lord Mountbatten, murdered by the IRA, was a pedophile
Who were the Black Irish, and what is their story?
Ireland of the Welcomes celebrates St. Patrick's Day and more in our March/ April issue
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- 1 Silly Irish jokes that are sure to make you laugh!
- 2 Irish blessings and prayers for funerals
- 3 An Irish twist on a winning comfort food - bangers and mash
- 4 Traditional Irish recipes for a taste of home
- 5 On This Day: The fiercest blizzard of the 'Big Snow' of 1947 hit Ireland
- 6 Symbol of Ireland: the Irish harp's sweet music and myth
- 7 How the heroic Irish won the American Revolution
- 8 Why Ireland should be your must-visit food destination in 2026
- 9 The Irishman who discovered South Pass and the Oregon Trail