1800 - First United Parliament Assembles

The first united parliament of Great Britain and Ireland assembled at Westminster, following the Act of Union's passage. Irish representatives took their seats in London for the first time, marking a fundamental change in Irish governance. The occasion was marked by both ceremony and controversy, as many Irish politicians protested the loss of Dublin's parliament.

1861 - Founding of St. Kevin's Reformatory

St. Kevin's Reformatory School opened in Glencree, County Wicklow, marking a new approach to juvenile justice in Ireland. The institution was established under the Reformatory Schools Act, aiming to rehabilitate young offenders. This development reflected changing Victorian attitudes toward youth crime and rehabilitation.

1922 - Dáil Approves Treaty Delegation

The Dáil voted to approve the delegation that had negotiated the Anglo-Irish Treaty, though deep divisions remained. This vote represented a crucial moment in the Treaty debates, effectively endorsing the negotiators' actions. The decision would further polarize opinion within the independence movement.

1957 - Harold Macmillan Becomes Prime Minister

Harold Macmillan became British Prime Minister, beginning a premiership that would significantly impact Anglo-Irish relations. His tenure would see attempts to improve relations between Britain and Ireland, particularly regarding economic cooperation. Macmillan's approach to Ireland marked a shift from his predecessors' more rigid stance.