Celtic history archive
Browse all events for January 04.
1581
Ireland
James Ussher, also known as James Ussher (or Usher), was born on January 04, 1581. He was an Irish archbishop and scholar known for his work on chronology and biblical studies. …
1642
England
The English Civil War, which took place in the mid-17th century, was a complex and multifaceted conflict involving various factions. It’s important to clarify that the …
1792
Ireland
“The Northern Star” was indeed a newspaper associated with the Society of United Irishmen, a significant political organization in Ireland during the late 18th century. …
1875
Ireland
Thomas Stephens, a Welsh historian and critic, died in 1875. He was a notable figure in Welsh history and made significant contributions to the field of Welsh scholarship. He was …
1921
Ireland
The extension of martial law to counties Clare, Kilkenny, Waterford, and Wexford refers to a historical event that occurred during a turbulent period in Irish history. This …
1935
Ireland
Eibhin Nic Choill, also known as Eleanor Knott, was a prominent Irish Celtic scholar and linguist. Eleanor Marie Knott MRIA (born Philippa Marie Eleanor Knott; 18 November 1886 – 4 …
1965
Ireland
T.S. Eliot, the renowned American-English poet, essayist, playwright, and literary critic, died on January 04, 1965. Thomas Stearns Eliot, often known as T.S. Eliot, is considered …
2005
Scotland
“Handsel Monday” is a traditional Scottish term for the first Monday of the year. It was a day when people exchanged small gifts or “handsels” to bring luck …