History
Learn about Irish history, folklore, and mythology - from the ancient times of glory to the modern Ireland.
On This Day: The Third Home Rule Bill passed the House of Commons in 1913
Irish emigrants tale told through Tenement museum of New York
On This Day: James Joyce, author of “Ulysess” died in Zurich in 1941
On This Day: Mary Raftery, journalist who uncovered Ireland’s child abuse, died in 2012
Jimmy Carter and Margaret Thatcher clashed strongly over US ban on guns to RUC
Jimmy Carter was the first US President to formally speak about Northern Ireland
On This Day: The fatal "Night Of The Big Wind" took place across Ireland in 1839
Michael Fitzmaurice: Vietnam Medal of Honor recipient
A history of Irish blessings and why they're so popular around the world
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