History
Learn about Irish history, folklore, and mythology - from the ancient times of glory to the modern Ireland.
What you should know about The Orchard County, County Armagh
On This Day: Tom Clarke, Easter Rising leader, was executed
Diary of Co Armagh soldier, 17, killed at Battle of the Somme
On This Day: Thomas MacDonagh, the Easter Rising leader, was executed
The short, unhappy life of my great-grandfather Patrick O’Hanlon
On this day: Charles Stewart Parnell released from jail under Kilmainham Treaty
Ireland's ancient Celtic festival of Bealtaine begins today, May 1
WATCH: Exploring the mighty Giant's Causeway in Co Antrim 70 years ago
A visit to the heart of Ireland, the Hill of Uisneach
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