Celtic history archive
1930
Ireland
Saor Éire, a republican-socialist political party, was founded in 1931 by prominent left-wing members of the Irish Republican Army (IRA), including Peadar O’Donnell, Seán MacBride, …
1930
Ireland
The Free State is elected to the council of the League of Nations. This September 17, 1930 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.
1930
Ireland
Island of St Kilda evacuated. This August 29, 1930 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.
1930
Ireland
Actor Sean Connery born. This August 25, 1930 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.
1930
Ireland
On August 21, 1930, Princess Margaret Rose was born at Glamis Castle in Angus, Scotland. She was the second daughter of the Duke and Duchess of York, later King George VI and Queen …
1930
Ireland
The Anglo-Irish Trade War (also called the Economic War) was a retaliatory trade war between the Irish Free State and the United Kingdom from 1932 to 1938. The Irish government …
1930
Ireland
Empress of Britain launched from Clydebank by the Prince of Wales. This June 11, 1930 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.
1930
Ireland
Breandán Ó hEithir, a notable Irish writer and broadcaster, was born on January 19, 1929. He is known for his contributions to Irish literature and his work as a broadcaster in …
1930
Ireland
Jennifer Johnston, the acclaimed Irish author, was born in 1930. She is known for her works of fiction, including novels and short stories, which often explore themes related to …
1931
Ireland
The IRA and other organizations are declared illegal in the Free State and the Catholic Church. This October 23, 1931 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with …
1931
Ireland
Death of Sir Thomas Lipton, grocer, tea merchant and contestant for the Americas Cup. This October 2, 1931 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.
1931
Ireland
George Younger, 1st Viscount Younger of Leckie, is born on September 22, 1931. A prominent Scottish politician, he serves in several senior roles within the UK Conservative Party, …