January 30

1649

King Charles I executed at Whitehall

England

The execution of King Charles I of England was a pivotal moment in British history, marking the culmination of the conflict between the monarchy and Parliament. It occurred during …

1845

Kitty O'Shea, mistress and later, the wife of Parnell

Ireland

Kitty O’Shea, also known as Katharine O’Shea and later Katharine Parnell, is a figure of significant historical interest, primarily due to her relationship with Charles …

1859

Edward Martyn, playwright, co-founder of Irish Literary Theatre, and Sinn Féin president, is born

Ireland

Edward Martyn, born on January 30, 1859, was a key figure in the Irish cultural and political landscape in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He made significant contributions …

1864

The National Gallery of Ireland, opens

Ireland

The National Gallery of Ireland, located in the heart of Dublin, is one of the country’s premier art institutions. It opened its doors to the public in 1864, showcasing a …

1865

John Hughes, sculptor, born in Dublin

Ireland

John Hughes was a notable Irish sculptor born in Dublin. His life and work had a significant impact on Irish art, particularly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Birth and …

1900

The Irish Party reunites ten years after it split

Ireland

The Irish Party, officially known as the Irish Parliamentary Party (IPP), experienced several splits and reunifications during its history, particularly in the late 19th and early …

1920

Tomás MacCurtain is elected Lord Mayor of Cork for Sinn Féin

Ireland

Tomás Mac Curtain (20 March 1884 – 20 March 1920) was an Irish Sinn Féin politician who served as the Lord Mayor of Cork until he was assassinated by the Royal Irish Constabulary. …

1947

Jim Larkin, Irish labor leader, dies

Ireland

Jim Larkin, an Irish labor leader and socialist, was a central figure in the Irish labor movement in the early 20th century. He is best known for his role in organizing and leading …

1972

Bloody Sunday, Derry City, North Ireland

Ireland

Bloody Sunday," actually occurred on January 30, 1972, It took place in Derry (also known as Londonderry) in Northern Ireland and is one of the most notorious incidents in the …

1984

Luke Kelly, lead vocalist and 5-string banjo member of the Dubliners, dies

Ireland

Luke Kelly, renowned for his distinctive voice and passionate performances, was a leading figure in the Irish folk music scene. He was a founding member of The Dubliners, a group …

1998

Ship-wrecked Elizabeth McClean emerges in sand

Ireland

Buried in the sand at Lahinch for almost 100 years, the ship-wrecked Elizabeth McClean emerges to allow a salvage operation to take its valuable cargo. The 58-foot schooner, laden …