1798 - Rebellion Aftermath

Lord Cornwallis issued a proclamation offering pardons to rebels who surrendered their arms. The offer marked a shift toward reconciliation following the defeat of the main rebel forces. Many local leaders took advantage of these terms.

1886 - Home Rule Crisis

Gladstone's second Home Rule Bill faced growing opposition in Parliament and across Britain. Unionist demonstrations in Ulster intensified against the proposed legislation. The political crisis highlighted deep divisions over Ireland's future.

1922 - Kerry Operations

Free State forces launched a major offensive against republican positions in Kerry. The campaign marked an intensification of efforts to secure the southwest. Several significant engagements occurred as anti-Treaty forces adopted guerrilla tactics.

1973 - Sunningdale Talks

Preliminary discussions began between British and Irish officials about power-sharing in Northern Ireland. The talks explored possibilities for a new political arrangement. These meetings would lead to the Sunningdale Agreement later that year.

1976 - Peace Movement

Betty Williams and Mairead Corrigan led their largest peace rally yet in Belfast. The demonstration drew thousands of women from both communities. Their efforts marked a significant grassroots response to continuing violence.