History of Ireland - Wikipedia
WEBIn 1922, after the Irish War of Independence, most of Ireland seceded from the United Kingdom to become the independent Irish Free State, but under the Anglo-Irish Treaty the six northeastern counties, known as Northern Ireland, remained within the United Kingdom, creating the partition of Ireland.
Ireland | History, Map, Flag, Capital, Population, & Facts
WEB3 days ago — Ireland is a country of western Europe occupying five-sixths of the westernmost major island of the British Isles. The country is noted for a rich heritage of culture and tradition that was linked initially to the Irish language. Its capital city is Dublin.
History of the Republic of Ireland - Wikipedia
WEBThe Irish state came into being in 1919 as the 32 county Irish Republic. In 1922, having seceded from the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland under the Anglo-Irish Treaty, it became the Irish Free State. It comprised 26 counties with 6 counties under the control of Unionists which became Northern Ireland in 1921.
history of Ireland - Encyclopedia Britannica
WEBOct 2, 2009 — In Ireland: History. Ireland, lying to the west of Britain, has always been to some extent cut off by it from direct contact with other European countries, especially those from Sweden to the Rhine River. Readier access has been through France, Spain, and Portugal and even. Read More. Anglo-Irish Agreement.
Ireland History | Irish History | Historical Events in Ireland
WEBHere is a look at some of the major influential moments that helped shape Ireland’s heritage and culture, helpful if one wants an overview of the country before your vacation in Ireland. Click on the links below for a more in-depth history of each pivotal moment.
Ireland - Wikipedia
WEBHistory. Prehistoric Ireland. During the last glacial period, and until about 16,000 BC, much of Ireland was periodically covered in ice. [18] . The relative sea level was less than 50m lower resulting in an ice bridge (but not a land bridge) …
Ireland - Celtic Culture, Landscape, History | Britannica
WEB2 days ago — Ireland - Celtic Culture, Landscape, History: In the general election of 1948, Fianna Fáil failed to gain a majority, winning only 68 of the 147 seats in the Dáil, but de Valera refused to enter a coalition.
Ancient Ireland - World History Encyclopedia
WEBSep 11, 2015 — The first people arrived in Ireland between 7,000-6,500 BCE, much later than other lands. The Ceide Fields in County Mayo near Ballycastle date from this time and are the oldest known farming fields (known as a field system) in the world.
A Brief History of Ireland: Key Events and Milestones
WEBAug 23, 2024 — Ireland’s history is a tapestry woven with rich cultural traditions, fierce struggles, and significant transformations. The island’s early Celtic roots and the influence of Viking and Norman invasions shaped its medieval identity.
Irish History: 11 Key Milestones In The History Of Ireland
WEBFeb 5, 2019 — An island people the Irish may be, yet the history of Ireland has never been insular or inward-looking. Instead, it is a story of a people profoundly aware of the wider world – its threats, its possibilities and its advantages.
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