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Kilmainham Gaol in Dublin receives its first prisoners
Kilmainham Gaol in Dublin receives its first prisoners Kilmainham Gaol in Dublin, one of Ireland’s most infamous prisons, received its first prisoners on August 12, 1796. The gaol, which was initially known as the “New Gaol” to distinguish it from an older facility it replaced, became closely associated with some of the most significant events in Irish history, particularly the struggle for independence. …

Relief of Derry, Ireland, a major Williamite victory
Relief of Derry, Ireland, a major Williamite victory The Relief of Derry in 1689 was a significant event during the Williamite War in Ireland and is remembered as a major victory for the Williamite forces against the Jacobites. The siege and eventual relief of the city of Derry (now Londonderry) became a symbol of Protestant resistance to Catholic King James II and his supporters, who sought to regain the English throne. …

Act of Settlement 1652, also known as the To Hell or Connacht Act
Act of Settlement 1652, also known as the To Hell or Connacht Act Oliver Cromwell (April 25, 1599 – September 03, 1658) was an English military leader and politician. After leading the overthrow of the British monarchy, he ruled England, Scotland, and Ireland as Lord Protector from December 16, 1653 until his death. Cromwells actions made him very unpopular in Scotland and Ireland which, as previously independent nations, were effectively conquered by English forces during the civil wars. …

Archbishop Giovanni Rinuccini, condemns their adherence to Ormonds peace terms
Archbishop Giovanni Rinuccini, condemns their adherence to Ormonds peace terms Archbishop Giovanni Battista Rinuccini, an Italian cleric and papal nuncio to the Irish Confederate Catholics during the 1640s, played a significant role in the Irish Confederate Wars. In 1646, he condemned the peace terms agreed upon by the Confederates with James Butler, the 1st Duke of Ormond, who was the Lord Lieutenant of Ireland, representing the English Royalist forces. …

Battle of Dupplin near Perth in which Edward Balliol defeated the Regent, Earl of Mar.
Battle of Dupplin near Perth in which Edward Balliol defeated the Regent, Earl of Mar. The Battle of Dupplin Moor took place on August 11-12, 1332, near Perth in Scotland. It was a significant conflict during the Second War of Scottish Independence, in which Edward Balliol and his forces defeated the army of the Regent of Scotland, Domhnall, Earl of Mar. …