1659 - Cromwellian Era

The Commonwealth government intensified land settlements in Ireland. Their policies transformed Irish land ownership patterns. These changes would have lasting social consequences.

1878 - Land War

Tenant farmers in Mayo began organized resistance to evictions. Their actions influenced the formation of the Land League. The protests demonstrated new tactics of rural resistance.

1921 - Treaty Talks

The Anglo-Irish negotiations focused on financial arrangements. Discussions addressed war debt and pension obligations. These talks revealed complex economic aspects of separation.

1969 - Police Reform

Implementation of Hunt Report recommendations continued. New structures were established for handling complaints. These reforms marked significant shifts in RUC operations.

1997 - Peace Process

Multi-party talks at Stormont made progress on key issues. The discussions explored frameworks for political agreement. These negotiations marked ongoing efforts toward settlement.