January 06

1066

King Harold of England crowned

England

King Harold II, commonly known as Harold Godwinson, was crowned as the King of England in 1066. He ascended to the English throne after the death of King Edward the Confessor. …

1156

Norse fleet defeated at the Battle of the Epiphany, Scotland

Scotland

In the 12th century the Norse hold on the Hebrides began to weaken, their sway had lasted 400 years. The collapse of the Vikings (Norse) was accelerated by the rise of Somerled, an …

1412

Joan of Arc Domremy, Saint and martyr, born in France

France

Joan of Arc, also known as Jeanne d’Arc, was a remarkable historical figure who was born in Domrémy, France, around 1412. She is celebrated for her role as a military leader …

1562

Shane O'Neill submits to Queen Elizabeth at Whitehall, but rebels again within months

Ireland

Shane O’Neill, also known as Seán Ó Néill, was an Irish chieftain and a significant figure during the Tudor conquest of Ireland in the 16th century. His relationship with …

1654

Commissioners are appointed to allot the land of Oliver Cromwells

Ireland

The Cromwellian Conquest of Ireland, which took place in the mid-17th century during the English Civil War, resulted in significant changes in land ownership and the displacement …

1760

Richard Polwhele, a Cornish historian was born

England

Richard Polwhele, a Cornish historian and poet, was indeed born in 1760. He is known for his works in the fields of history, literature, and antiquarian studies. Polwhele was a …

1794

Frances Ball, (Mother Mary Teresa) founded the Sisters of Loretto, is born in Dublin

Ireland

Frances Ball, known as Mother Mary Teresa, was a notable Irish religious figure who founded the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary, also known as the Sisters of Loretto. She was …

1800

Anna Maria Hall, Author, is born in Dublin

Ireland

Anna Maria Hall, born Anna Maria Fielding, was an Irish author and playwright. She was born on January 06, 1800, in Dublin, Ireland. Anna Maria Hall is best known for her …

1801

Evan Davies, Welsh Bard known as Myfir Morganwg, born

Wales

Evan Davies, known by the bardic name “Myfyr Morgannwg,” was a prominent Welsh poet, scholar, and antiquarian. He was born on January 07, 1782, in Llancarfan, …

1839

Night Of The Big Wind

Ireland

On this date, the Night Of The Big Wind or Oiche na Gaoithe Moire takes place; the most damaging storm in Irish history, some winds are estimated in excess of 130 m.p.h The …

1931

P.J. Kavanagh, born

Ireland

Philip James Kavanagh, known as P.J. Kavanagh, was born on January 06, 1931. He was an English poet, novelist, and broadcaster. Kavanagh’s works include poetry, prose, and …

1939

First publication of the newspaper Irish Freedom

Ireland

“Irish Freedom” is the title of a newspaper published by the political party Sinn Féin. This newspaper played a significant role in the political and nationalist …