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Tragic and Unusual Events

Uncover the heartbreaking and transformative moments in Irish history – from wars and uprisings to personal losses, each event shaped the nation’s resilience and spirit

Donegal Tragedy - 19 Poor Souls Die at Sea

James Joseph Coade: The Innocent Teenager Murdered During the 1916 Easter Rising.

The Strange Case of Bridget Cleary: The last ‘witch-killing’ in Ireland.

Ernest Kavanagh - Innocent civilian killed during 1916 Rising

The Dublin Whiskey Fire 1875: Ireland's most unbelievable blaze.

The Castlepollard Massacre: A Forgotten Irish Tragedy

Nurse Margaret Kehoe, a dedicated nurse killed during 1916 Rising.

The Scullabogue Massacre 1798: A dark day in Irish history.

The North King Street Massacre: A 1916 Easter Rising tragedy.