June 06

1882

In Liverpool, Mayo native-son and hero, Michael Davitt, advocates land nationalization in preference to peasant proprietorship

Ireland

In Liverpool, Mayo native-son and hero, Michael Davitt, advocates land nationalization in preference to peasant proprietorship. This June 6, 1882 entry records a moment in Celtic …

1898

Birth of Dame Ninette de Valois, Wicklow, born founder of the Royal Ballet

Ireland

Birth of Dame Ninette de Valois, Wicklow, born founder of the Royal Ballet. This June 6, 1898 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.

1913

Birth in Dublin of Patrick Campbell, author and broadcaster

Ireland

Patrick Campbell, Irish author, journalist, and broadcaster, is born in Dublin on June 6, 1913. Renowned for his sharp wit and gentle self-deprecation, he published sixteen books, …

1940

Willie John McBride, Ireland and Lions rugby captain, is born in Toomebridge, Co. Antrim

Ireland

Willie John McBride, Ireland and Lions rugby captain, is born in Toomebridge, Co. Antrim. This June 6, 1940 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.

1982

Caitlin Maude, Irish language activist dies.

Ireland

Caitlin Maude, Irish language activist dies. This June 6, 1982 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.