History
Learn about Irish history, folklore, and mythology - from the ancient times of glory to the modern Ireland.
Easter Rising hero Micheál O’Hanrahan remembered on anniversary of his execution in 1916
On This Day, 110 years ago Thomas MacDonagh, the Easter Rising leader, was executed
On This Day: Thomas J Clarke remembered 110 years after his execution
On This Day: Patrick Pearse whistled on way to his execution
On This Day: The first executions of 1916 Easter Rising leaders begin
Máiréad Ní Ghráda: Bringing Irish to the Masses
Leonard Cohen’s haunting rendition of Irish rebel song, "Kevin Barry"
History of the beloved "Song for Ireland"
On this day: Charles Stewart Parnell released from jail under Kilmainham Treaty
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