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The Great Hunger
A devastating potato crisis that resulted in a massive huger leading to the loss of millions of lives and mass emigration, having a lasting impact on the Irish population -
Anglo-Irish Treaty
Signed between the UK and Ireland, establishing the Irish Free State and ending the Irish War of Independence. However, it led to the partition of Ireland. -
Declaration of the Republic of Ireland
Ireland became an independent republic and left the British Commonwealth. -
Visit of Pope John Paul II
A historic papal visit that drew massive crowds and highlighted the enduring influence of the Catholic Church on Irish society. -
Good Friday Agreement
A milestone in the Northern Ireland peace process, ending decades of conflict between Catholic and Protestant communities.