1798 - Battle of Castlebar

French forces under General Humbert, supported by Irish rebels, defeated British troops in the "Races of Castlebar." The unexpected victory sent shockwaves through the British establishment. The success, though temporary, demonstrated the potential threat of French intervention in Ireland.

1875 - Home Rule Meeting

Isaac Butt chaired a significant Home Rule conference in Dublin, bringing together various strands of constitutional nationalism. The gathering established new strategies for parliamentary action. These discussions would influence Irish parliamentary nationalism for decades.

1922 - Republican Strategy

Anti-Treaty forces held a crucial meeting to plan strategy following Collins' death. The leadership decided to intensify guerrilla operations across the country. This marked a new phase in the Civil War campaign.

1969 - Cameron Report

The Cameron Commission published its report on civil rights demonstrations and disturbances in Northern Ireland. The findings validated many civil rights complaints about discrimination. The report's recommendations would influence subsequent reform efforts.

1979 - Mountbatten Assassination

The IRA killed Lord Mountbatten and three others in a bomb attack off the coast of Sligo. The same day, they ambushed British soldiers at Warrenpoint, killing eighteen. These attacks marked one of the deadliest days of the Troubles.