Irelands Eye
The Battle of the Boyne (1690)
A brief description of the Battle of the Boyne in 1690 won by William III, leader of the Protestant forces, over James II, leader of the Catholic forces.
Curated OER
Map of Ireland
A homepage for one wishing to travel to Ireland. The site provides interactive maps, and links about Irish history, visitor attractions, and travel tools one may need while in Ireland.
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Admire Beautiful Scenery of Ireland
A homepage for one wishing to travel to Ireland. The site provides interactive maps, and links about Irish history, visitor attractions, and travel tools one may need while in Ireland.
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Admire Beautiful Scenery of Ireland
A homepage for one wishing to travel to Ireland. The site provides interactive maps, and links about Irish history, visitor attractions, and travel tools one may need while in Ireland.
Curated OER
Outline Map of Ireland and Northen Ireland
A history of the troubles between Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Irelands Eye
The Gift of the Gab
A brief description and history of the Blarney Stone, a castle in Ireland which according to legend will give one the "gift of gab" if they kiss it.
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University of Exeter: Money and Coins in Wales
This article shows the difference in use of coinage in Wales as compared to Britain, Scotland and Ireland. The author has a background in research and the history of finance.
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The Batik Guild
The Batik Guild website is dedicated to Batik artists mostly in Britain and Ireland. On this website you will find information about members of the Guild and their art, discover where batik is being exhibited, find which Guild members...
Immigration and Ethnic History Society
Iehs: Damian Shiels, "Transatlantic Obligations: Immigrant Remittance Networks"
This article focuses on immigrants to America having to send money back to their home country to the relatives left behind. It offers several examples including Irish immigrants. An estimated $260 million was remitted to Ireland from...
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Battle of the Boyne, 1690
This beautifully done site, complete with paintings, illustrations, and maps, recounts the infamous Battle of the Boyne.
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Critical Survey: Irish Poetic Modernisms a Reappraisal
This scholarly article attempts to place the Irish Literary Revival within the context of "European and American modernism - their shared preoccupation with mysticism, symbolism, millenarianism, and anti-modernization."
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: United Kingdom
A great country profile that takes you on a virtual trip to the United Kingdom. An overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links available that will...
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: United Kingdom: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the island country of the United Kingdom in Western Europe.
A to Z Teacher Stuff
A to Z Teacher Stuff: St. Patrick's Day
How can you celebrate St. Patrick's Day with your students? Come and explore this informative resource that features several links to St. Patrick's Day activities, poems, and more. Includes PDF resources (require Adobe Reader).
PBS
Pbs: Lost Liners (Teacher Resources)
Find five lesson plans, about the Titanic, the Empress of Ireland, and the Lusitania, developed by the producers of the PBS documentary "Lost Liners" to complement the film and its companion website. This collection of classroom...
CRW Flags
Flags of the World: United Kingdom
This Flags of the World site displays a picture and description of the flag of the United Kingdom. It also includes a history of the flag.
Curated OER
The Liffey River, Dublin, Ireland
A description of Dublin's Liffey River, and its significance in Dublin's history.
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Understanding Race: The Famine and the Irish Race: 1840s 1890s
Article discusses how the Industrial Revolution in Europe and the potato famine in Ireland brought millions of people to the U.S. and highlights some of the impacts of immigration during this time.
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Castle Offer
A homepage for one wishing to travel to Ireland. The site provides interactive maps, and links about Irish history, visitor attractions, and travel tools one may need while in Ireland.
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Celtic Cross
A homepage for one wishing to travel to Ireland. The site provides interactive maps, and links about Irish history, visitor attractions, and travel tools one may need while in Ireland.
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Virtual Blarney Stone
A brief description and history of the Blarney Stone, a castle in Ireland which according to legend will give one the "gift of gab" if they kiss it.