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1600
Battles

October 2, 1600

Battle of Moyry Pass

The Battle of Moyry Pass took place on October 2, 1600, during the Nine Years' War in Ireland. It involved forces led by Hugh O'Neill, Earl of Tyrone, engaging the English army under Lord Deputy Mountjoy. The battle occurred in a strategically important pass in County Armagh, where O'Neill's forces had fortified positions. Despite heavy fighting, the English failed to dislodge the Irish from their strongholds, resulting in a tactical victory for O'Neill and a setback for the English campaign to subdue Ulster.

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1871
Deaths

October 2, 1871

Death of Sir Thomas Deane

Sir Thomas Deane, a prominent Irish architect and builder, passed away on October 2, 1871, at the age of 79. He is widely recognized for his significant contributions to Dublin's architectural landscape, most notably as the architect behind the National Library and the National Museum in Kildare Street. His work left a lasting legacy on Irish public buildings, shaping the aesthetic and functional design of key cultural institutions in the capital.

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1942
Battles

October 2, 1942

Sinking of HMS Curacoa

On October 2, 1942, the HMS Curacoa, a Royal Navy light cruiser, was tragically rammed by the RMS Queen Mary approximately 40 miles north of Tory Island, off the coast of Ireland. The Curacoa was escorting the Queen Mary, which was transporting 10,000 American troops to Europe during World War II. The collision resulted in the devastating loss of 331 lives from the Curacoa's crew of 430, marking a significant maritime disaster during the war.

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1987
Sports

October 2, 1987

Sean Kelly Wins Nissan Classic (Third Time)

Sean Kelly achieved his third victory in the Nissan International Classic in 1987.

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