Celtic history archive
Browse all events for February 02.
1172
Ireland
The Synod of Cashel of 1172, also known as the Second Synod of Cashel, was assembled at Cashel at the request of Henry II of England shortly after his arrival in Ireland in October …
1194
Scotland
The agreement between the churches of St. Andrew’s in Scotland and Durham in England, confirming their respective rights, is an example of medieval ecclesiastical diplomacy …
1424
Scotland
James I of Scotland (1394–1437) and Joan Beaufort were married in February 1424. Joan Beaufort was a member of the English royal family, the daughter of John Beaufort, 1st Earl of …
1645
Scotland
The Battle of Inverlochy has historical significance in Scotland, and there are actually two notable battles by this name. Both occurred near Inverlochy Castle, in the vicinity of …
1880
Ireland
Parnell was elected president of Davitt’s newly founded Irish National Land League in Dublin on 21 October 1879, signing a militant Land League address campaigning for land reform. …
1882
Ireland
James Augustine Aloysius Joyce (February 02, 1882 – January 13, 1941) was an Irish novelist, short story writer, poet, teacher, and literary critic. He is considered one of the …
1987
Scotland
Alistair Stuart MacLean (Scottish Gaelic: Alasdair MacGill-Eain; 21 April 1922 – 2 February 1987) was a Scottish novelist known for his thrilling adventure stories and suspense …