1922 - Michael Collins Elected to Lead Irish Army

Michael Collins was formally appointed as Commander-in-Chief of the newly established National Army. The appointment came at a crucial time as tensions were escalating between pro and anti-Treaty forces. Collins's leadership would prove vital in the subsequent organization of the national forces, though his tenure would be tragically cut short by his death just months later.

1889 - Plans Unveiled for Dublin's Electricity Network

The Dublin Corporation approved ambitious plans to establish the city's first public electricity network. The scheme, revolutionary for its time, promised to transform Dublin's streets and businesses. Engineers proposed a central power station at Fleet Street, marking the beginning of Dublin's modernization and its emergence as a truly contemporary European capital.

1951 - Republic of Ireland Act Comes Into Effect

The Republic of Ireland Act formally came into force, definitively establishing Ireland's status as a republic outside the British Commonwealth. The legislation clarified Ireland's constitutional position and international status, effectively finalizing the country's complete independence from British rule. The day marked a significant milestone in Irish constitutional history.

1968 - Northern Ireland Civil Rights Association Founded

A group of activists established the Northern Ireland Civil Rights Association (NICRA) in Belfast. The organization would become a pivotal force in the fight for equal rights, focusing on issues of housing, employment discrimination, and voting rights. NICRA's peaceful protest methods would significantly influence the civil rights movement in Northern Ireland.