Celtic history archive
Browse all events for August 27.
1695
Ireland
The second Irish parliament of William III is called in Dublin; Robert Rochfort is unanimously elected Speaker. This August 27, 1695 entry records a moment in Celtic history …
1784
Ireland
First balloon ascent in Britain by James Tytler, Edinburgh. This 27, 1784 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.
1798
Ireland
The Government forces are deployed to cover the direct route and Humbert unexpectedly appears on their flank. Humbert attacks. French advance causes Militia to run. Government …
1825
Ireland
African explorer William Blake born. This 27, 1825 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.
1870
Ireland
The first White Star Line ship under the Ismay ownership. Often referred to as The Mother of Modern Liners. First ship to have promenade decks and running water with bathtubs for …
1908
Ireland
Birth of Niall Ó’Dónaill, Irish-language scholar and lexicographer, in the Rosses, Co. Donegal. This August 27, 1908 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with …
1920
Ireland
Birth of James Molyneaux, Ulster Unionist Party leader. This August 27, 1920 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.
1928
Ireland
The Galway Gaelic Theatre, opens with Micheál Mac Liammóirs production of Diarmuid agus Gráinne. This 27, 1928 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.
1937
Ireland
The first traffic lights in the Free State are installed at the junction of Merrion Square and Clare Street. This 27, 1937 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with …