Beginning of the Hunger Strike by seven Republican prisoners in the H Blocks at Long Kesh
October 27, 1980
Between October 24 and this date, Fenians propose a New Departure - an alliance with the Parnellites
October 27, 1878
William Smith, founder of the Boys Brigade, born.
October 27, 1854
James Macpherson Scottish translator of Ossianic poems born.
October 27, 1736
Surrender of Limerick
October 27, 1651