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Brian Friel, playwright, born
Brian Friel, playwright, born Brian Friel (born January 09, 1929 – died October 02, 2015) was an acclaimed Irish playwright, short story writer, and novelist. He is widely regarded as one of Ireland’s greatest playwrights and made significant contributions to contemporary Irish literature and theater. …

Arthur Griffith is elected Taoiseach
Arthur Griffith is elected Taoiseach Arthur Griffith was elected as the first head of government, then known as “President of Dáil Éireann,” which is now considered an equivalent position to the Taoiseach. …

George Henry Perrott Buchanan, poet, novelist and journalist, born
George Henry Perrott Buchanan, poet, novelist and journalist, born George Buchanan, poet, novelist and journalist, is born in Kilwaughter, County Antrim …

The first women's golf tournament in Musselburgh, Scotland
The first women's golf tournament in Musselburgh, Scotland January 09, 1811 — The first documented women’s golf tournament is held today in Scotland, at Musselburgh Golf Club in Scotland. But the tradition of women playing golf dates back to 1567 — thanks to Mary, Queen of Scots (1542-87). …

Income Tax introduced in England
Income Tax introduced in England The introduction of income tax in England occurred in the late 18th century, primarily in response to the financial needs of the British government during a time of war. Here are the key points about the introduction of income tax in England in 1799: …

The Island Magee massacre occurred in 1642
The Island Magee massacre occurred in 1642 30 Catholics are killed by the Scottish garrison and English settlers at Island Magee, Co. Antrim …

Dutchess Anne, duchess of Brittany, died
Dutchess Anne, duchess of Brittany, died Anne of Brittany, (1477–1514) duchess of Brittany and twice queen consort of France, who devoted her life to safeguarding the autonomy of Brittany within the kingdom of France. …