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The Anglo-Irish Treaty
This article is about the Anglo-Irish Treaty.
anglo-irish treaty • michael collins • de valera • irish troubles
This article is about the Anglo-Irish Treaty.
anglo-irish treaty • michael collins • de valera • irish troubles
Cemetery of Birth: Glasnevin's Republican Heroes
Glasnevin Cemetery in Dublin holds some of the most wellknown remains in Irish history, as well as its unsung paupers. Reading the biographies of just a few of the luminaries buried there, however, sheds light on the birth of the Republic of Ireland, and on the Irish national character, a study in incongruities and contrasts.
easter rising • republic of ireland • michael collins • eamon devalera • maude gonne.
Glasnevin Cemetery in Dublin holds some of the most wellknown remains in Irish history, as well as its unsung paupers. Reading the biographies of just a few of the luminaries buried there, however, sheds light on the birth of the Republic of Ireland, and on the Irish national character, a study in incongruities and contrasts.
easter rising • republic of ireland • michael collins • eamon devalera • maude gonne.
Easter Rising 1916
The Easter Rising has become mythical amongst Irish Republicans for its role in provoking the revolutionary struggles of the 1916-23 period.
easter rising • irish republicans • first world war • eamon de valera • michael collins
The Easter Rising has become mythical amongst Irish Republicans for its role in provoking the revolutionary struggles of the 1916-23 period.
easter rising • irish republicans • first world war • eamon de valera • michael collins
Liam Neeson: Turning Away From the Force?
Liam Neeson retiring? This outstanding actor's final impact on the film industry may take place next week with the opening of the new Star Wars film.
liam neeson • star wars: episode i-the phantom menace • rob roy • les miserables • nell
Liam Neeson retiring? This outstanding actor's final impact on the film industry may take place next week with the opening of the new Star Wars film.
liam neeson • star wars: episode i-the phantom menace • rob roy • les miserables • nell
Moonshot on History Channel
On July 20, 1969 as Apollo 11 was circling the moon the Eagle, the Lunar Module, was landing carrying the first two humans to walk on the surface of the moon.
moonshot • apollo 11 • first moon landing • neil armstrong • docudrama
On July 20, 1969 as Apollo 11 was circling the moon the Eagle, the Lunar Module, was landing carrying the first two humans to walk on the surface of the moon.
moonshot • apollo 11 • first moon landing • neil armstrong • docudrama
Apollo 11
Neil Armstrong and "Buzz" Aldrin were the first humans to walk on the surface of the Moon.
apollo • 11 • description • eleven • mission
Neil Armstrong and "Buzz" Aldrin were the first humans to walk on the surface of the Moon.
apollo • 11 • description • eleven • mission
Essential Soundtrack Music for Autumn
In Autumn, a piece of lovely orchestral music is like a mug of hot cider: sweet, warm, and delicious. Here are ten such lovely & essential cues from famous film scores.
autumn • music • orchestral music • seasonal music • film music
In Autumn, a piece of lovely orchestral music is like a mug of hot cider: sweet, warm, and delicious. Here are ten such lovely & essential cues from famous film scores.
autumn • music • orchestral music • seasonal music • film music
Famous Americans in World War Two
Most were not famous at the time, but history would remember these writers, prophets, boxers and musicians more for what they would accomplish later than for the war.
boxers war • wwii famous americans • tito puente • marty robbins • joe louis
Most were not famous at the time, but history would remember these writers, prophets, boxers and musicians more for what they would accomplish later than for the war.
boxers war • wwii famous americans • tito puente • marty robbins • joe louis
Glasnevin Cemetery in Dublin, Ireland
When it comes to tourist spots, Glasnevin Cemetery in Dublin, Ireland, may be one of the capital city's best-kept secrets.
glasnevin cemetery in dublin • walking tour of glasnevin cemetery • famous people at glasnevin cemetery • history of glasnevin cemetery • what to see at glasnevin cemetery
When it comes to tourist spots, Glasnevin Cemetery in Dublin, Ireland, may be one of the capital city's best-kept secrets.
glasnevin cemetery in dublin • walking tour of glasnevin cemetery • famous people at glasnevin cemetery • history of glasnevin cemetery • what to see at glasnevin cemetery
Julia Roberts -- The Pretty Woman
Julia's true smile captures America's hearts.
julia roberts born october 1967 atlanta • eric roberts brother • wedding kiefer sutherland fell through • married divorced lyle lovett singer • owner production company shoelace
Julia's true smile captures America's hearts.
julia roberts born october 1967 atlanta • eric roberts brother • wedding kiefer sutherland fell through • married divorced lyle lovett singer • owner production company shoelace
Man Walks on the Moon
On that glorious date 38 years ago, Commander Neil A. Armstrong and Lunar Module Pilot Edwin E. "Buzz" Aldrin Jr. made one giant leap for mankind.
man’s first steps on the moon • july 20 1969 • neil armstrong • buzz aldrin • lunar landing
On that glorious date 38 years ago, Commander Neil A. Armstrong and Lunar Module Pilot Edwin E. "Buzz" Aldrin Jr. made one giant leap for mankind.
man’s first steps on the moon • july 20 1969 • neil armstrong • buzz aldrin • lunar landing
Mars or Bust
A look back at some of the Mars missions that never were...and should have been.
mars • mission • manned • spaceflight • robert
A look back at some of the Mars missions that never were...and should have been.
mars • mission • manned • spaceflight • robert
More than a Pretty Woman
Julia Roberts is indeed a "Pretty Woman", but she is also a talented, Oscar winning actress.
julia roberts • pretty woman • erin brockovich • mary reilly • the mexican
Julia Roberts is indeed a "Pretty Woman", but she is also a talented, Oscar winning actress.
julia roberts • pretty woman • erin brockovich • mary reilly • the mexican
NASA Celebrates Apollo 11 Moon Landing and Walk
On July 20th, 1969 Neil Armstrong was the first person to set foot anywhere other than Earth when he walked out of NASA's Apollo 11 and down onto the surface of the moon.
apollo 11 • lunar landing • moon walk • neil armstrong • buzz aldrin
On July 20th, 1969 Neil Armstrong was the first person to set foot anywhere other than Earth when he walked out of NASA's Apollo 11 and down onto the surface of the moon.
apollo 11 • lunar landing • moon walk • neil armstrong • buzz aldrin
Nine Great Movies About Ireland
These films, whether pure fiction, memoirs or docudramas, shed light on Irish culture, history and politics. Award-winning actors and great scenery are bonuses.
the secret of roan inish • my left foot • the quiet man • into the west • dancing at lughnasa
These films, whether pure fiction, memoirs or docudramas, shed light on Irish culture, history and politics. Award-winning actors and great scenery are bonuses.
the secret of roan inish • my left foot • the quiet man • into the west • dancing at lughnasa
The Flight of Apollo 11
Apollo 11 was the first manned mission to land on the moon and the fifth manned flight of the Apollo Program.
the flight of apollo 11 • the 40th anniversary of the first moon landing • first moon landing • apollo program • nasa moon landing
Apollo 11 was the first manned mission to land on the moon and the fifth manned flight of the Apollo Program.
the flight of apollo 11 • the 40th anniversary of the first moon landing • first moon landing • apollo program • nasa moon landing
Irish Whiskey Brands, Malts, Grains, and Blends
Ireland produces single malt, single grain, blended and pure pot still whiskies. Irish whiskey is triple-distilled, and there are three whiskey distilleries in Ireland.
irish whiskey • irish whiskey brands • irish whiskies • jameson irish whiskey • bushmills irish whiskey
Ireland produces single malt, single grain, blended and pure pot still whiskies. Irish whiskey is triple-distilled, and there are three whiskey distilleries in Ireland.
irish whiskey • irish whiskey brands • irish whiskies • jameson irish whiskey • bushmills irish whiskey
Liam Neeson - A National Treasure
Many actors start to wind down their career when they hit their mid-50s, but this isn't the case for Irish Actor Liam Neeson, who is showing no signs of slowing down.
neeson • liam • oscar • schindler • spielberg
Many actors start to wind down their career when they hit their mid-50s, but this isn't the case for Irish Actor Liam Neeson, who is showing no signs of slowing down.
neeson • liam • oscar • schindler • spielberg
Neil Armstrong – American Astronaut
Neil Armstrong commanded Apollo 11, the first manned spacecraft to visit the moon.
neil armstrong • american • astronaut • nasa • apollo 11
Neil Armstrong commanded Apollo 11, the first manned spacecraft to visit the moon.
neil armstrong • american • astronaut • nasa • apollo 11
Prize News
Breaking news in Prizes this week: The IMPAC Dublin Literary Award short list has been announced, and the great master W.G. Sebald who passed away this December, earns the National Book Critics Circle fiction prize.
literature • literary prizes • martin amis • w.g. sebald • impac
Breaking news in Prizes this week: The IMPAC Dublin Literary Award short list has been announced, and the great master W.G. Sebald who passed away this December, earns the National Book Critics Circle fiction prize.
literature • literary prizes • martin amis • w.g. sebald • impac
2009 World Baseball Classic Roster: Australia
Manager Jon Deeble, who managed the Aussies to 2004 Olympic silver, returns to manage an Australian team which has more depth in its pitching core and in the field.
australia 2009 world baseball classic preview • 24 man roster • australia failed to get out of first round in 2006 • australia roster 2009 • grant balfour justin huber ryan rowland-smith brad
Manager Jon Deeble, who managed the Aussies to 2004 Olympic silver, returns to manage an Australian team which has more depth in its pitching core and in the field.
australia 2009 world baseball classic preview • 24 man roster • australia failed to get out of first round in 2006 • australia roster 2009 • grant balfour justin huber ryan rowland-smith brad
A Myth of the Irish Easter Rising
Romantic histories of the Easter Rebellion abound. One misquoted Eamon de Valera. That misquote was repeated by later historians, creating a myth that refuses to die.
easter rising • easter rebellion • eamon de valera • irish history • owen dudley edwards
Romantic histories of the Easter Rebellion abound. One misquoted Eamon de Valera. That misquote was repeated by later historians, creating a myth that refuses to die.
easter rising • easter rebellion • eamon de valera • irish history • owen dudley edwards
A Tour of Kilmainham Gaol
Inmates may have long ago left Kilmainham Gaol, but their stories remain in the historic former prison.
tour of kilmainham gaol • visiting kilmainham gaol • history behind kilmainham gaol • executions at kilmainham gaol • former prison in dublin
Inmates may have long ago left Kilmainham Gaol, but their stories remain in the historic former prison.
tour of kilmainham gaol • visiting kilmainham gaol • history behind kilmainham gaol • executions at kilmainham gaol • former prison in dublin
Dublin's Kilmainham Gaol Guided Tour
The guided tour of Kilmainham Gaol or Príosún Chill Mhaighneann remains a leading Dublin attraction, allowing visitors a glimpse of Ireland's rebellious past.
kilmainham gaol guided tour dublin • kilmainham gaol guided tour prices hours • kilmainham gaol museum exhibition • kilmainham gaol east west wing • kilmainham gaol exercise yard
The guided tour of Kilmainham Gaol or Príosún Chill Mhaighneann remains a leading Dublin attraction, allowing visitors a glimpse of Ireland's rebellious past.
kilmainham gaol guided tour dublin • kilmainham gaol guided tour prices hours • kilmainham gaol museum exhibition • kilmainham gaol east west wing • kilmainham gaol exercise yard
Forgettable Movie Titles
This article explores why many movie titles are forgettable and provides three common pitfalls that make a movie title unmemorable.
forgettable film titles • common pitfalls • bad titles • choosing memorable movie titles • naming blunders
This article explores why many movie titles are forgettable and provides three common pitfalls that make a movie title unmemorable.
forgettable film titles • common pitfalls • bad titles • choosing memorable movie titles • naming blunders
GAA Museum at Croke Park in Dublin
The Gaelic Athletic Association's Museum at its Croke Park headquarters in Dublin provides visitors with a fascinating journey through the organisation's history.
gaa • gaelic athletic association • gaelic athletic association museum • gaa museum • croke park
The Gaelic Athletic Association's Museum at its Croke Park headquarters in Dublin provides visitors with a fascinating journey through the organisation's history.
gaa • gaelic athletic association • gaelic athletic association museum • gaa museum • croke park
Julia Roberts, 5 Best Acting Roles
Julia Roberts, despite an Oscar win, is not often seen as a serious actress, but more of a celebrity. This shouldn't always be so, as seen in the following list.
julia roberts • best julia roberts movies • julia roberts best dramas • duplicity • julia roberts clive owen movies
Julia Roberts, despite an Oscar win, is not often seen as a serious actress, but more of a celebrity. This shouldn't always be so, as seen in the following list.
julia roberts • best julia roberts movies • julia roberts best dramas • duplicity • julia roberts clive owen movies
My Top Ten Beer Cities: Part One
The dead of winter is a perfect time to think about Beer Travelling. To get you in the mood to hit the road and take to the skies, I've decided to share with you my list of the world's ten best beer cities.
boston • samuel adams • lager • harpoon • microbrewery
The dead of winter is a perfect time to think about Beer Travelling. To get you in the mood to hit the road and take to the skies, I've decided to share with you my list of the world's ten best beer cities.
boston • samuel adams • lager • harpoon • microbrewery
Parkes Radio Telescope
The Parkes Radio Telescope celebrates the 40th anniversary of the moon landing on 21 July 1969.
apollo 11 • nasa • parkes radio telescope • moon landing • eagle
The Parkes Radio Telescope celebrates the 40th anniversary of the moon landing on 21 July 1969.
apollo 11 • nasa • parkes radio telescope • moon landing • eagle
Public Enemies Soundtrack Review
After years of being absent from the mainstream film-scoring scene, master composer Elliot Goldenthal has returned to score Michael Mann's crime epic, Public Enemies.
public enemies soundtrack review • public enemies score review • public enemies soundtrack elliot goldenthal • public enemies score elliot goldenthal • public enemies music review
After years of being absent from the mainstream film-scoring scene, master composer Elliot Goldenthal has returned to score Michael Mann's crime epic, Public Enemies.
public enemies soundtrack review • public enemies score review • public enemies soundtrack elliot goldenthal • public enemies score elliot goldenthal • public enemies music review
Special Days in History - July 16th Anniversaries
Birthday, anniversary, special cccasion? Discover who was born on this day and what momentous occasions also took place on this day in history.
famous birthdays on july 16 • births deaths and events that took place on july 1 • saturn v rocket lifts apollo 11 space module into • st clare of assisi and the poor clares • joshua reynolds portrait painter
Birthday, anniversary, special cccasion? Discover who was born on this day and what momentous occasions also took place on this day in history.
famous birthdays on july 16 • births deaths and events that took place on july 1 • saturn v rocket lifts apollo 11 space module into • st clare of assisi and the poor clares • joshua reynolds portrait painter
St. Patrick's Day Dinner
The traditional St. Patrick's Day dinner on March 17 takes on a new twist with flavorful Cabbage and Bacon and Potato Boxty with Applesauce.
st. patrick’s day dinner • corned beef • potato boxty • cabbage • potatoes
The traditional St. Patrick's Day dinner on March 17 takes on a new twist with flavorful Cabbage and Bacon and Potato Boxty with Applesauce.
st. patrick’s day dinner • corned beef • potato boxty • cabbage • potatoes
Who Has Been to the Moon?
Many people still believe that mankind has never made it to the moon. However 12 men have walked on the moon and disputing Moon Hoax theories is easy to do.
who has been to the moon • been to the moon • walk on the moon • landed on the moon • moon hoax theories
Many people still believe that mankind has never made it to the moon. However 12 men have walked on the moon and disputing Moon Hoax theories is easy to do.
who has been to the moon • been to the moon • walk on the moon • landed on the moon • moon hoax theories
Astronaut Nonfiction Books for Kids
From a boy's dream of the moon landing to the true story of 13 women who led the way for the first American female astronaut, these books will amaze fans of space travel.
space travel • space programs • nasa • astronauts • female astronaut
From a boy's dream of the moon landing to the true story of 13 women who led the way for the first American female astronaut, these books will amaze fans of space travel.
space travel • space programs • nasa • astronauts • female astronaut
Brief Guide To Political Parties In The Republic
Who are the main parties in the Irish Republic? What seperates them? Here is a "pocket guide" to political parties in the Republic, describing what has been called the "Civil War" politics of the nation. Look for a similar guide to political parties in the north of Ireland, or Northern Ireland, in the next article.
irish • political • parties • sinn • fein
Who are the main parties in the Irish Republic? What seperates them? Here is a "pocket guide" to political parties in the Republic, describing what has been called the "Civil War" politics of the nation. Look for a similar guide to political parties in the north of Ireland, or Northern Ireland, in the next article.
irish • political • parties • sinn • fein
Brief Guide To Politics In Northern Ireland
Don't understand Northern Irish politics? It is a very complicated topic and one that really demands a lot of study before one can grasp it well, but here's a brief overview that will get you started if you don't know much about this troubled area yet. It gives a bit of vital historical background along with touching on most of the political parties active in the province.
irish political parties • ulster • uk • sinn fein • ira
Don't understand Northern Irish politics? It is a very complicated topic and one that really demands a lot of study before one can grasp it well, but here's a brief overview that will get you started if you don't know much about this troubled area yet. It gives a bit of vital historical background along with touching on most of the political parties active in the province.
irish political parties • ulster • uk • sinn fein • ira
Joyce's Dublin
On the 16th of June the world will commemorate James Joyce's epic work, "Ulysses", by celerating Bloomsday. It is the day on which Leopold Bloom walked the streets of Dublin and his way into immortality in Irish literature.
ulysses • irish literature • bloomsday • ireland • irish tourism
On the 16th of June the world will commemorate James Joyce's epic work, "Ulysses", by celerating Bloomsday. It is the day on which Leopold Bloom walked the streets of Dublin and his way into immortality in Irish literature.
ulysses • irish literature • bloomsday • ireland • irish tourism
New Book Claims Eamon De Valera Was British Spy
A new book by an American author has made the startling claim that Eamon de Valera, 1916 fighter and founder of Fianna Fail, was, in fact, working for the British
devalera • spy • dail • turi • ireland
A new book by an American author has made the startling claim that Eamon de Valera, 1916 fighter and founder of Fianna Fail, was, in fact, working for the British
devalera • spy • dail • turi • ireland
Moon Bugs on the Moon?
In 1969 many scientists were worried that the first men returning from the moon would bring back a form of life foreign to earth. Fearing the worst, a system of quarantine was devised so that astronauts would be isolated after their mission.
moon • apollo • quarantine • mqf • lrl
In 1969 many scientists were worried that the first men returning from the moon would bring back a form of life foreign to earth. Fearing the worst, a system of quarantine was devised so that astronauts would be isolated after their mission.
moon • apollo • quarantine • mqf • lrl
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