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Y.V. Perrot, Breton patriot, writer and martyr, born.

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calendar 1905

Birth of James “Snowy” Dunne, widely regarded as one of Ireland’s greatest centre forwards. He played for Arsenal, Southampton and the Shamrock Rovers

September 03, 1905

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calendar 1901

James Hanley, novelist and short story writer, is born in Liverpool of Irish parents

September 03, 1901

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calendar 1854

Birth of Fanny Parnell, Land League agitator and sister of Charles Stewart Parnell

September 03, 1854

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calendar 1850

Charters are granted to colleges in Belfast (now Queen’s University), Cork (now UCC) and Galway (now UCG), under the Universities (Ireland) Act

September 03, 1850

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calendar 1842

In Kill, Co. Kildare, birth of John Devoy, journalist and leading member of the Fenians

September 03, 1842

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calendar 1821

The last day of George IVs visit to Ireland

September 03, 1821

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calendar 1787

Glasgow weavers riot after their wages are cut. Bricks were thrown at magistrates and soldiers then opened fire on the rioters, resulting in six being killed.

September 03, 1787

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calendar 1781

Birth of William Sharman Crawford, radical politician, in Co. Down

September 03, 1781

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calendar 1752

With the adoption of the Gregorian calendar, September 03, 1752 became, 14 September. Crowds flocked the streets demanding Give us back our, 11 days.

September 03, 1752

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calendar 1745

Prince Charles Edward Stuart proclaimed his father as King James VIII of Scotland at Perth.

September 03, 1745

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calendar 1654

The first Protectorate parliament meets; Ireland is represented by 30 members

September 03, 1654

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calendar 1650

Cromwell defeated Scots at Battle of Dunbar.

September 03, 1650