1649 - Cromwell's Siege

Cromwell's forces began their assault on Wexford town. The attack would result in widespread destruction and casualties. The fall of Wexford marked another brutal phase of the Cromwellian conquest.

1881 - Land League

The British government ordered the arrest of Charles Stewart Parnell. His detention marked an escalation in the conflict over land reform. The Land League's activities continued despite leadership imprisonments.

1921 - Treaty Talks

The Anglo-Irish negotiations addressed questions of partition. The Irish delegation faced difficult choices regarding Ulster. These discussions revealed the complexity of the partition issue.

1976 - Peace People

Betty Williams and Mairead Corrigan were awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. Their grassroots movement promoted reconciliation between communities. The award recognized their efforts to end sectarian violence.

1994 - Peace Process

The British government announced further reductions in security measures. Army patrols were scaled back following the ceasefires. These changes reflected growing confidence in the peace process.