1843 - Monster Meeting

Daniel O'Connell addressed a massive Repeal meeting at Mullaghmast. The gathering demonstrated the extraordinary scale of popular support. These "monster meetings" showed O'Connell's ability to mobilize peaceful protest.

1910 - Home Rule Crisis

John Redmond delivered a crucial speech outlining nationalist demands. His address emphasized the need for immediate Home Rule legislation. The political crisis over Irish self-government continued to deepen.

1921 - Treaty Talks

The Irish delegation departed for London to begin peace negotiations. The team included Michael Collins and Arthur Griffith. These talks would lead to the controversial Anglo-Irish Treaty.

1968 - Civil Rights

The Northern Ireland Civil Rights Association organized protests across several towns. The demonstrations focused on housing discrimination and electoral reform. These peaceful protests marked a new phase in nationalist politics.

1981 - Hunger Strike

Republican prisoners in the Maze Prison began discussions about new forms of protest. The talks followed the recent end of the hunger strike. Their deliberations focused on maintaining pressure for political status.