1820 Florence Nightingale, social reformer and founder of modern nursing, born in Florence, Italy. 1712 Building commenced on the library of Trinity College, Dublin, designed by Thomas Burgh, at a cost of £15,000. 1916 James Connolly (47) and Seán MacDiarmada (33) executed. Prime Minister H.H. Asquith arrived in Ireland (until 18th). 1916 James Connolly and Seán ... Read more
