1888 - Plan of Campaign Reaches Peak

The Plan of Campaign, a coordinated tenant farmer protest against high rents, reached its zenith with widespread participation across Ireland. Led by Timothy Harrington and John Dillon, the movement saw thousands of tenant farmers withholding rent payments from landlords. The campaign demonstrated the growing power of organized agricultural protest in rural Ireland.

1920 - Three RIC Officers Killed in Lackagh Ambush

An IRA unit led by Tom Barry carried out a successful ambush against Royal Irish Constabulary forces at Lackagh, County Galway. The attack marked an escalation in IRA activities in the west of Ireland during the War of Independence. The incident led to increased British military presence in the region and intensified the conflict in Galway.

1938 - Douglas Hyde Inaugurated as First President

Douglas Hyde was inaugurated as the first President of Ireland at Dublin Castle. A founder of the Gaelic League and prominent figure in the Irish cultural revival, Hyde's presidency symbolized Ireland's commitment to its cultural heritage. His appointment received cross-party support and established the non-partisan nature of the presidency.

1967 - Free Secondary Education Announced

Minister for Education Donogh O'Malley announced the introduction of free secondary education in Ireland. This revolutionary policy would transform Irish society by making secondary education accessible to all. The announcement marked a turning point in Irish educational history and laid the groundwork for future economic development.