June 02

1866 After a three-day incursion into Canada, during which they flew a flag emblazoned with ‘IRA’ and the gold harp of Ireland, a Fenian army under Colonel John O’Neill were arrested by US forces whilst retreating across the Niagara River. 1966 Éamon de Valera (83) became president of Ireland for a second term. 1829 Lady ... Read more

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