1843 - Clontarf Meeting

The British government banned O'Connell's planned monster meeting at Clontarf. O'Connell, choosing to avoid bloodshed, cancelled the gathering. This decision marked a crucial turning point in the Repeal movement.

1908 - Home Rule

John Redmond addressed a massive Home Rule demonstration in Dublin. The gathering demonstrated growing nationalist expectations. These hopes would later be frustrated by the outbreak of World War I.

1921 - Treaty Negotiations

The Anglo-Irish conference continued with discussions on Ireland's future status. The Irish delegation pressed for maximum independence. British negotiators insisted on maintaining imperial connections.

1968 - Civil Rights

The Northern Ireland Civil Rights Association organized protests in several towns. Demonstrations focused on housing discrimination and voting rights. These peaceful marches marked a new phase in nationalist politics.

1996 - Peace Process

Multi-party talks continued at Stormont despite recent setbacks. The discussions explored frameworks for political agreement. These negotiations marked ongoing efforts to find a lasting settlement.