In honor of International Talk Like a Pirate Day let's discuss Grace O’Malley, the 16th Century Pirate Queen of Ireland. In or around the year 1530, Grace O'Malley was born in Belcare Castle near Westport Co Mayo, Ireland. She was Owen O'Malley's daughter. She was beautiful.
History of Ireland
The history of Ireland has frequently been overshadowed by war and conflict, beginning with the inter-clan rivalries of the early Celtic kingdoms and continuing through the long struggle for independence from Britain and the subsequent Troubles in Northern Ireland. These wars and conflicts have spanned the entire history of Ireland. Despite this, the history of Ireland contains a great deal more. Because of its druidic oral tradition, Ireland boasts an unrivaled collection of folklore that is the envy of the world. These tales remember mythical heroes like Cuchulainn and the Fionn mac Cumhaill.
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The bagpipes are a kind of woodwind instrument that have reeds that are enclosed and are supplied air from a bag that acts as a continual reservoir of air. Most people associate the bagpipes with Scotland, but it has a rich history with the Irish too. The Scottish Great Highland Bagpipe and the Irish Uillean Pipes are the two most popular bagpipes.
- Sep 16 2022
Grá Is The Irish Word For Love
Categories: Irish Traditions , Irish Blessings , Irish Jewelry , Celtic Jewelry , St. Valentine's Day , Education , Celtic Culture , History of IrelandCertain words such as grá, have been praised in music, poetry, and the art of ordinary speech in Ireland ever since the first lines were inscribed on Ogham stones. These words have been held in high regard ever since the beginning of Irish history. - Sep 13 2022
The History of the Fenian Claddagh Ring
Categories: Irish Jewelry , Claddagh Rings , Interesting Stories , Celtic Jewelry , St. Valentine's Day , Education , Celtic Culture , History of IrelandThe most well-known variant of Irish Claddagh rings is the Fenian Claddagh ring. This particular Claddagh differs from others in that it does not include a crown on top of the heart.
- Aug 16 2022
Authentic Irish Coffee Recipe and History
On the day of Saint Patrick’s Day, the remark that “everyone is Irish” is one that has been heard rather often. We are aware that this is the case, and we also are aware that it is simple to partake in the good fortune of the Irish by first partaking in a delectable dinner and then in a traditional Irish coffee.
- Aug 16 2022
What Makes Up a Full Irish Breakfast?
There is nothing like starting your day off with a traditional Irish Breakfast, especially on vacation. Have you ever been curious about how to cook a full Irish breakfast in the Irish style? You don’t need to search any further! It is quite easy to do, and it is a beautiful way to show appreciation to your loved ones!
- Aug 15 2022
How to Pour and Drink a Pint of Guinness
Categories: Irish Traditions , News , Interesting Stories , St. Patricks Day , Irish Recipes , Ireland , Education , Travel to Ireland , History of IrelandThe act of consuming a Guinness is just as ritualistic as the act of pouring it. The first rule of drinking a pint that has been poured in two stages is that you should wait until the bartender has set it down before you take a sip. - Categories: Irish Traditions , Interesting Stories , Ireland , Education , Travel to Ireland , History of IrelandThe Aran Islands are one of the few sites in Ireland that have stayed largely unaltered over the course of centuries. They are located in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of county Galway and are surrounded by the roaring waves of the Atlantic Ocean. These three little islands are a symbol of nearly everything having to do with Irish ancestry, culture, and tradition.
- Categories: Irish Traditions , Interesting Stories , Ireland , Education , Travel to Ireland , Legends and Folklore , History of Ireland
The habit of prefixing the family name with O’ or Mac is one of the most identifying characteristics of Irish surnames. This is also one of the most common prefixes. Hereditary surnames were introduced in Ireland at an early date, making it one of the pioneering nations in this regard. It is thought that many of these were developed during the time of Brian Boru, who was the High King of Ireland. They are used to this very day in many different contexts.
- Categories: Irish Traditions , Irish Jewelry , Interesting Stories , Ireland , Celtic Jewelry , Education , Legends and Folklore , Celtic Culture , History of IrelandOgham is a timeless and ancient alphabet. The term Ogham is derived from the word Ogma, which refers to the Celtic God of Elocution or eloquence. The Ogham alphabet consists of groups of one to five lines arranged vertically over a stem line, with each group representing a distinct letter.
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