1779 - Free Trade

The Irish Parliament passed resolutions demanding free trade with Britain's colonies. These demands reflected growing confidence in the Patriot movement. The campaign marked an important phase in Anglo-Irish commercial relations.

1886 - Plan of Campaign

The Land League's "Plan of Campaign" gained momentum across rural Ireland. Tenants collectively withheld rents to force reductions from landlords. The strategy marked a new phase in agrarian resistance.

1921 - Treaty Support

Arthur Griffith delivered a powerful speech supporting the Anglo-Irish Treaty in the Dáil. He argued the agreement would provide a stepping stone to greater freedom. His intervention marked a crucial moment in the treaty debates.

1969 - Police Reform

Implementation of the Hunt Report recommendations continued with major changes to policing structures. The reforms included new training programs and complaint procedures for the RUC. These changes reflected significant shifts in Northern Ireland's security policy.

1994 - Peace Progress

The British and Irish governments intensified their efforts to advance the peace process. Secret contacts explored possibilities for permanent paramilitary ceasefires. These diplomatic initiatives marked important progress toward conflict resolution.