History
Learn about Irish history, folklore, and mythology - from the ancient times of glory to the modern Ireland.
What is Ogham? A look at the ancient Irish alphabet
A day in the life of a Dublin workhouse
Ancient Irish Ogham rock discovered in UK back garden
On This Day: An Irishman stole the British Crown Jewels in 1671
Five things to know about your Co Down ancestors
On This Day: 1916 Easter Rising leader Thomas Kent executed
What's your Irish County? County Down
On This Day: 1916 leader Éamonn Ceannt was executed in Kilmainham Gaol
What's your Irish County? County Donegal
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