1865 - First Fenian Congress Held in Philadelphia

The inaugural Fenian Congress convened in Philadelphia, bringing together Irish republican revolutionaries from across America. Led by John O'Mahony, the gathering marked a crucial moment in Irish-American nationalism. The congress established formal structures for the Fenian Brotherhood and laid plans for supporting Ireland's independence movement through fundraising and military assistance.

1921 - Truce Agreement Signed in Dublin

After years of intense conflict during the Irish War of Independence, representatives of the British government and Irish republican forces signed a historic truce. The agreement, negotiated at the Mansion House in Dublin, brought an official halt to the fighting and paved the way for the Anglo-Irish Treaty discussions. This marked a pivotal moment in Ireland's journey towards independence.

1968 - Civil Rights March in Dungiven

A significant civil rights march took place in Dungiven, County Derry, organized by the Northern Ireland Civil Rights Association. The peaceful demonstration, advocating for Catholic civil rights and equal housing allocation, drew hundreds of participants. Despite tensions, the march proceeded without major incident and helped build momentum for the broader civil rights movement.

1998 - Drumcree Conflict Intensifies

The annual Drumcree church parade dispute reached a critical point as Orange Order members were prevented from marching down the nationalist Garvaghy Road in Portadown. The standoff led to widespread protests across Northern Ireland, testing the fragile peace process that had been established by the Good Friday Agreement earlier that year.