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The Dublin Players toured the US from 1951–58, bringing classic Irish plays to off-Broadway stages and captivating audiences across America.
Mayo man Tom Mulloy was a unique character with intriguing ties to Queen Victoria. A publican by trade and a renowned sculptor, his unusual statue in Crosspatrick cemetery still mesmerizes visitors today.
Nineteen-year-old Jennie Gallagher, from Kilmallock, witnessed the Knocklong ambush and successful rescue of Seán Hogan, during which she bravely administered first aid to a dying RIC officer.
The 1749 Elphin Census is one of the most remarkable and detailed genealogical resources of its time. It’s especially useful for those researching their 18th-century Roscommon, Sligo or Galway ancestors.
Ever seen a strange stone with a hole in it in a cemetery or standing tall in a field and wondered about its significance? We discuss the customs & beliefs surrounding holed stones, as well as their date.
An ambitious plan to establish a refuge for Genevan artisans in Co. Waterford in the late 18th century ultimately ended in failure, with New Geneva later serving as a prison for Irish rebels.
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.
The Irish word crónán refers to the act of humming, murmuring, crooning, buzzing, purring, droning and, in certain contexts, chanting or moaning.
The 16th-century Archbishop of Cashel, Miler Magrath, is one of the most controversial religious figures in Irish history. He used his positions in both churches for financial and material gain.
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