Ireland

First Inhabitants

7500 BCE

The first known inhabitants settle in Ireland.

600-150 BC

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Celtic tribes arrived in Ireland around 500 B.C. from Europe. With them they brought a new culture that would come to define the "Emerald Isle" even today. With them they also brought new technology, iron, and ended the bronze age in Ireland. Abbot, P., & Johnson, W. (2001). Celtic Ireland in the Iron Age: The Celts. Retrieved April 17, 2016, from http://www.wesleyjohnston.com/users/ireland/past/pre_norman_history/iron_age.html

432 AD Saint Patrick Arrives

432

Saint Patrick has become one of the most well-known figures in Roman Catholicism. Now largely known due to myths about him banishing snakes from Ireland, he was a man who came to change the religious landscape. Today the formal region of Ireland is largely defined by its Catholic religion. See the link below for a video clip on who Saint Patrick really was:
http://www.history.com/topics/st-patricks-day/who-was-saint-patrick Image Credit:
Saint Patrick. (2016). The Famous People website. Retrie

Vikings Invade Ireland

Apr 17, 800

Although many think of the Irish as being red-haired and fair-skinned, today Ireland has decendents from the viking invasions which account for its people's much more commin "black Irish" look (dark-haired). Even Irish cities reflect Viking influence as Dublin is a viking word that means "black pool". Gascoigne, B. (2001). History of Ireland. Retrieved April 17, 2016, from http://www.historyworld.net/wrldhis/PlainTextHistories.asp?ParagraphID=hwz

1692 Britain Takes Measures Against the Irish

Apr 17, 1692

British Kings who rule over Ireland start to take measures against Irish Catholics. Protestants try to take over Irish land and even pass laws against the Irish forbiding them to own land, vote, or practice Catholicism. Gascoigne, B. (2001). History of Ireland. Retrieved April 17, 2016, from http://www.historyworld.net/wrldhis/PlainTextHistories.asp?ParagraphID=hwz Image od James I credit:
Whaley, S. (2016, March 24). On This Day: The Succession of James I - The Daily Gazette. Retrieved April

1845-1849 Potato Famine Hits Ireland

Apr 17, 1845

In 1845 Ireland's potato crop suffered due to a disease. Potatos had become a staple in the Irish diet due to its ability to yeild high amounts with little land.The resulting famine changed Irish history forever as many poor Irish died or emigrated to the United States during this time. This photo is of the memorial in Dublin, Ireland. (personal) Gascoigne, B. (2001). History of Ireland. Retrieved April 17, 2016, from http://www.historyworld.net/wrldhis/PlainTextHistories.asp?ParagraphID=hwz

Potato Famine Video

Apr 17, 1845

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0nOAQAZqvsw The Irish potato famine exposed the socio-economic problems that faced Ireland as well as the political tensions with Britain. It also changed the landscape as agriculture had to diversify in Ireland.

De Valera Adio Clip

Apr 24, 1914

Eamon de Valera, an American who joined the move for Irish indeoendence and participated in the Easter Rebellion, speaks on its anniversary.
http://www.history.com/topics/british-history/easter-rising/speeches/de-valera-observes-anniversary-of-easter-uprising

1914 Easter Rebellion

Apr 24, 1914

On Easter Monday a group of Irish nationalist took over a number of public building in Dublin and declared the establishment of an Irish state. They were then attacked by British Soldiers who put down the rebellion after 2,000 had died and later executed its leaders (photo of place) There was not much public support at the time, the leaders became martyrs for the cause which then gained support. To this day many public buildings in Dublin, including the post office still have bullet holes.

1922 Republic of Ireland

Apr 17, 1922

The Republic of Ireland bcomes a seperate state from Britian as Britain holds on tightly to the six northern counties of Ulster. Because of this, the island is actually ruled by two seperate countries. The perceptual region of Ireland includes all of Irelands counties. Many people outside of Ireland are not even aware of Britian's rule over Northern Ireland. Image:
http://www.visitireland.com/accommodations/map.html

Bloody Sunday-history and audio clip

Jan 30, 1972

This incident in Derry, Northern Ireland is one of the most significant events of "The Troubles" where British soldiers killed 26 unarmed civilian protestors. The soldiers and Brittish government cleared themselves of any wrongdoing although evidence later showed that the killings were unjustified due to the fact that protestors were unarmed. BBC History: Bloody Sunday. (2016). Retrieved
Worldwide artists U2 sang about the events in their popular song. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EM4vblG6B

Transportation

Apr 17, 2016

Today the capital of Ireland, Dublin, is one of Europe's most developing cities. Dublin and its surrounding area are now interconnected by its railway system. The rest of the Emerald Isle can easily be traveled by bus. https://www.transportforireland.ie/journey-planner/maps/

Perceptions of Ireland-video clip

Apr 17, 2016

To those not living in Ireland, most do not know of Ireland's troubles past and see it a country of friendly, beer-drinking people. Although not entirely wrong, the culture of ireland is much more complicated due to conflict in its past. Religion plays a major part in this due to its connection with former rule by the British. Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=heH309H9Krs&ebc=ANyPxKpQ3nwdapPA_hQ_D9N8zBck7PK5sa599rcf11QT_8UkyQmeW123SqCM7zPzUkAZGleVRp5G-kx44wG8TsqcbLdXP7l18g

Physical Characteristics

Apr 17, 2016

Ireland's mild, wet climate is what allows the island to stay green all year long. It has many cliffs and hills , which include the Sugarloaf Mountains which makes its terrian great for raising cattle. As such, Ireland is a top beef and milk producer in Europe. Photo: personal collection O’ Keeffe, P. (2013). Farming in Ireland Overview. Retrieved April 17, 2016, from http://www.askaboutireland.ie/enfo/sustainable-living/farming-in-ireland-overvi/

Human Characteristics

Apr 17, 2016

Today Ireland's capital city of Dublin is a mixture of cultures due to immigration. With both working-class and upper class neighborhoods and influences from its British controlled-history, This is evident in its major languages, Gaelic and Englsih, as well as British-style roadway system. Dubliners represent both its rsordid past and promising future. Photo Credit:
Design Matters. (2014). Retrieved April 17, 2016, from http://www.pivotdublin.com/