History
Learn about Irish history, folklore, and mythology - from the ancient times of glory to the modern Ireland.
On This Day: Patrick Pearse whistled on way to his execution
On This Day: The first executions of 1916 Easter Rising leaders begin
Máiréad Ní Ghráda: Bringing Irish to the Masses
Leonard Cohen’s haunting rendition of Irish rebel song, "Kevin Barry"
History of the beloved "Song for Ireland"
On this day: Charles Stewart Parnell released from jail under Kilmainham Treaty
The mysterious history of the song “She Moved Through the Fair”
Celebrating the beloved song "The Foggy Dew" and its history
"Deeply offensive" - Bloody Sunday footage used in British Tory leader's pro-veteran video
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