The status of Westminster (1931)
The Statute of Westminter (December 11, 1931) recognized the independence of all the dominions of the British Empire, of which the Free…
Irish history : the must-haves
The Dirty Protest
The Dirty Protest (1978-1981) is a term referring to the protest methods used by republican prisoners in Northern Ireland to obtain political…
The Desmond Geraldine Rebellions
The Desmond Geraldine Rebellions were revolts that took place in the 16th century in the province of Munster, and more specifically in…
Black and Tans
“Black and Tans” is the name given to a British army of the 1920s. Sadly notorious for its acts of extreme violence,…
The Cumann na mBan
The Cumann na mBan was an Irish republican militia, made up of women. Battle-hardened, they are still celebrated today for their courage.
Flag: Saint Patrick’s cross
Discover the origins and significance of the St. Patrick's Cross, an emblematic flag that represents Northern Ireland.
The Guildford Pub Murders
The Guidlford Pubs bombings were carried out by the IRA on October 5, 1974. These 2 attacks led to the explosion of…
The Blanket Protest
The Blanket Protest (1976-1981) is a term for a form of pacifist protest adopted by Republican prisoners (IRA and INLA) during the…
The Cashel Man
Cashel Man is a "Bog Man" discovered in Ireland. This naturally mummified body dates back to the Bronze Age and is well worth a visit!
The Doolough Tragedy
The Tragedy of Doolough is a dramatic episode in the Great Irish Famine. It led hundreds of starving Irish to perish during a 20km march.