History
Learn about Irish history, folklore, and mythology - from the ancient times of glory to the modern Ireland.
A tale of two famous Michaels, both born in Co Cork in the autumn of 1890
The wonderfully strange history behind the Irish saying “chancing your arm”
Who killed Michael Collins? Questions still linger
The incredible life Grace O’Malley, Ireland’s 16th century pirate queen
On This Day: Dublin's Kilmainham Gaol received its first prisoners in 1796
How to find out if there's an Irish language version of your surname
On This Day: Father Michael McGivney, the Founder of the Knights of Columbus was born
From crowbars to coffin ships: Cavan’s journey through the Great Hunger
"The Quiet Man" scene that Maureen O'Hara and John Wayne had to get right in one take
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- 7 Old Head Golf Links in Kinsale wins Visit Cork 2024 Green Award
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