An older generation of Keynesian economists—in Ireland Paddy Lynch comes to mind, and also James Meenan—usually studied a wide range of subjects, including history, before specialising in a particular field. Economics did not exist in isolation as an academic discipline; it was part of a broad spectrum of study that was seen as intricately interconnected. … Read more
The notes of a Cumann na mBan convention held in Dublin on 31 October 1915 record that: ‘A uniform was adopted and it was resolved that the use of the uniform be optional, but that none other be adopted by branches. It consists of a coat and skirt of Volunteer tweed and hat of same. … Read more
May 2/1974 Six people were killed in a loyalist bomb attack on the Rose and Crown public house in south Belfast. 2/1984 The report of the New Ireland Forum was published. 3/1814 Louis XVIII became king of France following 22 years of revolution and conquest under Napoleon Bonaparte. 10/1994 Nelson Mandela was sworn in as … Read more
A new project currently under way at the International Conflict Research Institute (INCORE) based at the University of Ulster is seeking to preserve and make available the wide array of oral histories relating to the conflict in and about Northern Ireland. Accounts of the Conflict will consist of a digital archive, an on-line catalogue and … Read more
In June 1935 a Dublin Board of Works employee was among a group assigned to remove presses from the cellar of the Post Office’s customs parcels section in 10 Parnell Square. When he removed several presses, however, some mortar appeared insecure and collapsed when disturbed. Upon further investigation, the employee realised that he had uncovered … Read more