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Waterford jockey Joe Widger made history when he won the Grand National at Aintree in 1895, riding Wild Man from Borneo.
Newly released documentary, “Rebel Wife – The Story of Mary Jane O’Donovan Rossa”, explores the life of the third wife of Fenian Jeremiah O’Donovan Rossa and was produced by the couple’s great-grandson.
As anticipation builds for the release of the 1926 census, Accredited Genealogists Ireland has published the second in its series of census guides, with the latest instalment taking a closer look at the 1901 census.
With the long-awaited 1926 census due for release next year, Accredited Genealogists Ireland has issued the first in a series of guides on what remains of Irish censuses and how to access them.
O’Doherty’s Keep, a medieval tower house linked to the O’Doherty clan, is best known for its role in Cahir O’Doherty’s 1608 rebellion. Financial struggles led to its recent sale despite restoration efforts.
We delve into the Irish heritage of Liam and Noel Gallagher of Oasis, exploring their ties to Counties Mayo and Meath, as well as their sense of Irish identity.
Early on Sunday morning, 23 January 1909, the RMS Republic was rammed amidships in dense fog off the coast of Nantucket Island by the SS Florida. We explore the Irish connections with this sea disaster.
Dubhán Ó Longáin discusses the historical context behind the male-dominated Fianna and presents the stories of notable female characters: Niamh from Tír na nÓg, Sadhbh and Gráinne.
The latest guide from AGI reflects on how the 1901 and 1911 census records capture evidence of the social, cultural and political changes occurring in early 20th-century Ireland.
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