1775
Thomas Dermody, classical scholar and poet is born
Ireland
Thomas Dermody (1775–1802) was an Irish poet. He wrote under pseudonyms including Mauritius Moonshine, and Marmaduke Myrtle. He had a tumultuous life and was known for his talent …
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1798
Thomas Crofton Croker, antiquarian and folklorist, is born in Cork
Ireland
Thomas Crofton Croker (15 January 1798 – 8 August 1854) was an Irish antiquary, best known for his Fairy Legends and Traditions of the South of Ireland (1825–1828), and who also …
1800
Last session of the Irish Parliament begins
Ireland
The last session of the Irish Parliament began on January 15, 1800. This session marked a crucial moment in Irish history, as it led to the passage of the Act of Union, which …
1835
Patrick Robert Guiney, soldier and politician, born in Parkstown, Co. Tipperary
Ireland
Patrick Robert Guiney (15 January 1835 in Parkstown, County Tipperary, Ireland – March 21, 1877 in Boston) was an American Civil War soldier. He was a prominent figure in Irish …
1860
Eleanor Hull, Irish Celtic Scholar is born
Ireland
Eleanor Henrietta Hull also known as Eibhlín Ní Choill (15 January 1860 – 13 January 1935) was a writer, folklorist, journalist and scholar of Old Irish known for her contributions …
1861
Terence MacManus, the Young Irelander, dies in San Francisco
Ireland
Terence Bellew MacManus (probably born in County Fermanagh circa 1811; died in San Francisco, California on January 15, 1861) was a radical Irish rebel. A successful shipping …
1920
Sinn Féin takes control of most borough and urban councils in local elections
Ireland
In 1920, Sinn Féin, the Irish republican political party, gained significant political influence and took control in various parts of Ireland. This was a pivotal year in the …
1939
IRA Army Council declare war on England
Ireland
IRA Army Council and Republican survivors of 2nd Dáil Éireann declare war on England In 1939, the political and security landscape in Ireland was quite different from previous …
1961
Dave MacAuley, boxer, born
Ireland
Dave McAuley, the former professional boxer from Northern Ireland, was born on January 19, 1961 in Larne, County Antrim. He is best known for his achievements in the world of …
1973
Neil M. Gunn, author, died
Ireland
Neil M. Gunn, the Scottish author and novelist, died on January 15, 1973. He was known for his contributions to Scottish literature and his novels, which often explored themes …