Events for November 28

November 28, 1905

The Irish political party Sinn Féin is founded in Dublin by Arthur Griffith

Sinn Féin, an Irish republican and democratic socialist political party in both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, was founded by Arthur Griffith on November 28, 1905, in Dublin. Arthur Griffith was an Irish nationalist and journalist who played a key role in the establishment of the political party. The name “Sinn Féin” means “Ourselves” or “We Ourselves” in Irish.

November 28, 1727

William Connolly is unanimously re-elected Speaker of the Irish House of Commons

William Conolly (9 April 1662 – 30 October 1729), also known as Speaker Conolly, was an Irish Whig politician, Commissioner of Revenue, lawyer and landowner. He was an influential figure in Irish politics, serving as Speaker of the Irish House of Commons between 1715 and his death.

November 28, 1899

Irish units in the Boer army fight in the battle of Modder River

During the Second Boer War (1899–1902), also known as the Anglo-Boer War, Irish volunteers fought on both sides of the conflict. While some Irish individuals served in the British forces, others joined the Boer forces in their fight against British imperialism.

November 28, 1489

Margaret Tudor, Queen of Scotland, born

Margaret Tudor (28 November 1489 – 18 October 1541) was Queen of Scotland from 1503 until 1513 by marriage to King James IV. She then served as regent of Scotland during her son’s minority, and fought to extend her regency.