1800 - Act of Union Passed

The Irish Parliament passed the Act of Union, merging Ireland with Great Britain. This controversial legislation would fundamentally reshape Irish-British relations. The Act's passage marked the end of Ireland's legislative independence.

1879 - Land League Formation

Michael Davitt formally established the Land League in County Mayo. This organization would lead the fight for tenant farmers' rights. The League's formation marked a new phase in Irish agrarian activism.

1972 - Bloody Sunday Aftermath

Mass protests erupted across Ireland in response to Bloody Sunday. The British Embassy in Dublin was burned by angry demonstrators. These events marked a significant escalation in the Northern Ireland conflict.