History
Learn about Irish history, folklore, and mythology - from the ancient times of glory to the modern Ireland.
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On This Day: Easter Rising leader John MacBride executed in 1916
On This Day: Bobby Sands, whose hunger strike changed Ireland, passed away
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On This Day: Easter Rising leader Joseph Mary Plunkett was executed
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On This Day: Edward Daly, the Easter Rising leader was executed
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