December 28th in Irish History
1795 - United Irishmen
The United Irishmen intensified their preparations for rebellion despite government suppression. Secret meetings coordinated plans across different counties. The movement was transitioning from reform to revolution.
1918 - Election Results
Final results from the general election confirmed Sinn Féin's sweeping victory. The party had won 73 seats, destroying the Irish Parliamentary Party. This outcome transformed Irish political representation.
1921 - Treaty Division
As the Christmas truce period drew to a close, divisions over the Treaty deepened. Military units increasingly took sides in the developing conflict. The country moved closer to civil war.
1969 - Civil Rights
The Northern Ireland Civil Rights Association announced plans for new demonstrations. The protests would focus on housing discrimination and electoral reform. These peaceful marches marked a new phase in nationalist politics.
1997 - Peace Talks
Multi-party negotiations at Stormont continued despite ongoing tensions. The discussions explored frameworks for political agreement. These talks marked continuing efforts toward a comprehensive settlement.