History

IRA & the British Army reach a truce
IRA & the British Army reach a truce A truce between the Irish Republican Army (IRA) and the British crown forces came into effect at twelve o’clock (noon) on Monday, 11 July 1921. …

Eamon De Valera orders the American flag flown in Dublin
Eamon De Valera orders the American flag flown in Dublin In 1921, Ireland celebrated America’s Independence Day on July 4th by prominently displaying the American flag throughout Dublin and other parts of the country. The Irish people flew the Stars and Stripes, wore it on their clothing, and waved it during various public events to show their deep appreciation for the support provided by the United States during Ireland’s struggle for independence. …

First Ulster parliament, led by Sir James Craig, is formally opened by King George V, who appeals for peace
First Ulster parliament, led by Sir James Craig, is formally opened by King George V, who appeals for peace …

George V opens the first Northern Ireland Parliament. James Craig becomes Northern Irelands first Prime Minister
George V opens the first Northern Ireland Parliament. James Craig becomes Northern Irelands first Prime Minister …

The first sitting of the Northern Ireland Parliament takes place
The first sitting of the Northern Ireland Parliament takes place …

The Dublin brigade of the IRA attacks and sets fire to the Customs House; 120 of its men are captured and 11 are killed
The Dublin brigade of the IRA attacks and sets fire to the Customs House; 120 of its men are captured and 11 are killed …

1st parliament for Northern Ireland is elected
1st parliament for Northern Ireland is elected …

IRA troops under Tom Maguire fight off 600 English troops in Tourmakeady, Co. Mayo
IRA troops under Tom Maguire fight off 600 English troops in Tourmakeady, Co. Mayo …

Lord FitzAlan of Derwent becomes the first Catholic lord lieutenant
Lord FitzAlan of Derwent becomes the first Catholic lord lieutenant …

Tom Barry and the West Cork Flying Column routs a superior force from the Essex Regiment at Crossbarry
Tom Barry and the West Cork Flying Column routs a superior force from the Essex Regiment at Crossbarry The Crossbarry ambush or Battle of Crossbarry occurred on 19 March 1921 and was one of the largest engagements of the Irish War of Independence. …