History
Learn about Irish history, folklore, and mythology - from the ancient times of glory to the modern Ireland.
Irish paramedic follows in her grandfather’s footsteps by joining London Ambulance Service
First Roman pot discovered in north Dublin archaeological dig
Landmark RTÉ documentary series explores evolution of Gaelic football
The fascinating 8,000-year history of Irish cuisine
Colin Farrell narrates new RTÉ series tracing 8,000 years of Irish history
On This Day: Robert F. Kennedy dies after being shot the night prior in 1968
Reeling in the years: The jig certainly isn’t up as "Riverdance" celebrates three legendary decades
Beloved Irish ballad "Grace" explored in new RTÉ series tonight
When World War II made landfall on Donegal's shore
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