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Culture Ireland / History
A brief description of the history of 11 different historical sites in Ireland.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: Jerry of the Islands by Jack London
Classic Reader provides numerous classic works from famous authors. First published in 1917, one publication is Jerry of the Islands. This novel was written by Jack London.
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Cain: Northern Ireland Background to the Peace Process
A recent account on how the various political factions in Northern Ireland are working out a peaceful solution to the rebellion of the IRA and other Separatist groups. 2003
Tennessee Historical Society
Tennessee Encyclopedia: Memphis Race Riot of 1866
A brief article outlining reasons for the anger and frustration of many whites in the Memphis area after the Civil War which resulted in the Memphis Race Riot.
Curated OER
Irish Fleeing Aboard Ships
What factors prompted Europeans to come to the United States in the nineteenth century? This article discusses how the Industrial Revolution in Europe and the potato famine in Ireland brought millions of people to the U.S., and...
Curated OER
Map of Irish Republic
The BBC features an overview on the European country of Ireland including key facts, historical background, information on political leaders and the news media, and a timeline of key events. Also provides links to recent news stories and...
Victorian Web
The Victorian Web: Jonathan Swift: A Brief Biography
A biography of the life and works of Irish author Jonathan Swift.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: "Unlawful Possession" by George A. Birmingham
Read the full text of "Unlawful Possession" by Irish clergyman and author George A. Birmingham.
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My Guide Ireland
A homepage for one wishing to travel to Ireland. Provides interactive maps, and links about Irish history, visitor attractions, and travel tools one may need while in Ireland.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: The Gridiron by Samuel Lover
Read the full text of the Irish short story "The Gridiron" by Samuel Lover.
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Japan Zone: Early History of Japan
Information about the early history of Japan written for the English-reading public by an Irish-born teacher of English now living in Japan. In several short paragraphs, you can read about the principal leaders and achievements of...
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Continental Regions
[Free Registration/Login Required] A flipchart showing the different regions of the world: hot deserts, tundra, equatorial rainforest, Mediterranean, and also Irish landscapes. Some activities are included to present the vocabulary...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Ap Us History Period 4: 1800 1848
This Khan Academy resource provides video lessons and detailed notes for the AP U.S. History Exam. The years 1800-1848 are covered.
Bartleby
Bartleby.com: Pygmalion: Etext
Use this site to access an online version of Shaw's famous play, based on the classical myth.
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Cain: Key Events Bloody Sunday, Derry 30 January 1972
Detailed account of the occurrences on January 30, 1972, in the town of Derry in Northern Ireland. If you have seen the movie, this site is a good companion to the film. There are eyewitness accounts, photos from the massacre and up to...
British Library
British Library: Ireland: Propaganda and Plantations
A six-part site that relates the method England used to take over Ireland throughout the 16th century.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: Daniel O'connell
This site discusses the work on Daniel O'Connell and his work to liberate Ireland. O'Connell's first success was the Catholic Emancipation Act of 1829. Site provides a speech O'Connell gave to the House of Commons calling for equal justice.
Ireland Information
Energy (Ireland)
A breakdown of the resources that are used for Ireland's energy supply.
Contemplator
Folk Music of England, Scotland,ireland, Wales & America
Fine comprehensive intro to folk music of English-speaking countries. Lyrics, background and midi files make this a useful site.
Civil War Home
Home of the American Civil War: Ny Draft Riots
Details, quotes, official records, and an image on the New York Draft Riots of 1863 from the "Encyclopedia of the Civil War."
Irelands Eye
The Battle of Clontarf
A summary of the Battle of Clontarf in 1014, along with the significance of this battle in the early history of Ireland.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: "Ivy Day in the Committee Room" by James Joyce
Text of the short story "Ivy Day in the Committee Room" by James Joyce. (Free site registration offers some additional features, e.g., the ability to insert annotations.)
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: "A Little Cloud" by James Joyce
Text of the short story "A Little Cloud" by James Joyce. (Free site registration offers some additional features, e.g., the ability to insert annotations.)
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: "A Mother" by James Joyce
Text of the short story "A Mother" by James Joyce. (Free site registration offers some additional features, e.g., the ability to insert annotations.)
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