Celtic history archive
Browse all events for May 23.
1561
Ireland
The first court of High Commission, a group of officials and Protestant clergy, is set up to enforce the Reformation in Ireland. This May 23, 1561 entry records a moment in Celtic …
1754
Ireland
Dr. William Drennan is born in Belfast on May 23, 1754. A physician, poet, educationalist, and political radical, he is best known as one of the founding figures of the Society of …
1794
Ireland
As part of a crack-down on seditious activity during Britains war with France, the Dublin United Irishmen are supressed. This May 23, 1794 entry records a moment in Celtic history …
1798
Ireland
United Irish Rebellion begins in Wexford. This May 23, 1798 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.
1798
Ireland
United Irish Rebellion begins in Leinster. This May 23, 1798 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.
1867
Ireland
Archibald Alison, historian, died. This May 23, 1867 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.
1903
Ireland
Shelah Richards, actress and producer, is born in Dublin. This May 23, 1903 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.
1920
Ireland
Oliver Plunkett is beatified by Pope Benedict XV. This May 23, 1920 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.
1967
Ireland
Merched Y Wawr (Daughters of the Dawn) Welsh language womens organization, formed. This May 23, 1967 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.