History
Learn about Irish history, folklore, and mythology - from the ancient times of glory to the modern Ireland.
Did Ireland’s ancient August Lughnasa games influence the Olympics?
On This Day: 10 Protestant civilians executed in Kingsmill Massacre in Co Armagh
On This Day: Nellie Cashman, aka the "Angel of the Yukon", died in 1925
A history of Irish blessings and why they're so popular around the world
Analysis of Montreal Irish Famine victims bones gives sad insight into their health issues
Ireland’s travel secrets: One of the oldest man-made structures in the world, The Céide Fields, in Mayo
Good and bad luck signs from Irish folklore
The real history behind The Black and Tans in Ireland
New Year’s Day traditions from 1930s Ireland
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