January 09

1514

Dutchess Anne, duchess of Brittany, died

Brittany

Anne of Brittany, (1477–1514) duchess of Brittany and twice queen consort of France, who devoted her life to safeguarding the autonomy of Brittany within the kingdom of France. …

1642

The Island Magee massacre occurred in 1642

Ireland

30 Catholics are killed by the Scottish garrison and English settlers at Island Magee, Co. Antrim The Island Magee massacre occurred in 1642 during the Irish Rebellion of 1641, …

1799

Income Tax introduced in England

England

The introduction of income tax in England occurred in the late 18th century, primarily in response to the financial needs of the British government during a time of war. Here are …

1811

The first women's golf tournament in Musselburgh, Scotland

Scotland

January 09, 1811 — The first documented women’s golf tournament is held today in Scotland, at Musselburgh Golf Club in Scotland. But the tradition of women playing golf dates …

1904

George Henry Perrott Buchanan, poet, novelist and journalist, born

Ireland

George Buchanan, poet, novelist and journalist, is born in Kilwaughter, County Antrim George Henry Perrott Buchanan was a writer and author known for his novels, plays, and essays. …

1922

Arthur Griffith is elected Taoiseach

Ireland

Arthur Griffith was elected as the first head of government, then known as “President of Dáil Éireann,” which is now considered an equivalent position to the Taoiseach. …

1929

Brian Friel, playwright, born

Ireland

Brian Friel (born January 09, 1929 – died October 02, 2015) was an acclaimed Irish playwright, short story writer, and novelist. He is widely regarded as one of Ireland’s …