June 17, 1823

Charles Macintosh patented the waterproof cloth he was using to make raincoats.

Ireland

Charles Macintosh patented the waterproof cloth he was using to make raincoats.

Charles Macintosh patented the waterproof cloth he was using to make raincoats. This June 17, 1823 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.

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