The Twelve Apostles
The Twelve Apostles are a special unit of the IRA, created in 1920 by Michael Collins, as part of the fight for Irish independence.
Irish history : the must-haves
The wreck of the Titanic
The wreck of the Titanic has lain under the Atlantic Ocean since the tragic date of April 15, 1912, after she collided…
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 Battle of Crossbarry (1921)
Discover the Battle of Crossbarry (1921) in Ireland. An epic confrontation between the IRA and British forces for Irish independence.
The Irish Confederate Wars (1641-1653)
The Irish Confederate Wars (1641-1653) were a succession of clashes between Irish Catholics and British.
Bloody Sunday 1913
Immerse yourself in the story of Bloody Sunday 1913, a crucial turning point in the Irish labor movement. A day of brutal repression in Dublin.
Anti-Catholic discrimination in Ireland
The conflict between England and Ireland led to particularly violent discrimination against Irish Catholics. A look back at those troubled times.
The Battle of Castlebar (1798)
The Battle of Castlebar (1798) is a major event in Irish history. It saw the Irish and French clash with the English.
Magdalen convents in Ireland (1920 – 1960)
Discover the scandal of the Magdalene convents in Ireland. A drama in which thousands of young women went through hell in Catholic schools.