Where Are the Irish-Americans?
Linked are two maps of where the Irish-Americans and Scots-Irish are located and living. This information was collected from the 2010 US Federal Census and has here been portrayed for us in a map. It’s great to see all of the different areas both the Scots-Irish and in particular, the Irish-Americans are living these days. [...]
Ireland in World War II
Like the Swiss, the Emerald Isle opted for neutrality during the Second World War. Due to tensions with England, the Irish were not aligned with the British Crown, and this was one major reason why Ireland chose a neutral position in this escalating conflict. In fact, a trade war between the British and Ireland began in the late 1930′s, adding a [...]
Irish and Celtic Stack Rings Are A Perfect Gift Idea
Affordable and amazingly cute, our handmade Irish and Celtic stack rings are perfect stocking stuffer ideas. If you’re thinking ahead and pondering the upcoming holiday shopping season (and your own personal gift list), you may know a woman who would love to wear these special pieces… These adorable little rings can be combined for lots of [...]
Uragh Stone Circle – County Kerry, Ireland
Located near the town of Kenmare in County Kerry, Ireland, the megalithic wonder known as the Uragh Stone Circle rests upon the green grasses of the rugged Beara Peninsula. This attraction is off the beaten path – since it doesn’t usually appear in tourist pamphlets, many people miss the dazzling beauty and peaceful aura of this unique locale… Those who do seek out the [...]
Handcrafted Claddagh Beauty For Her
Claddagh lore is a big part of Irish culture – the ancient Gaelic symbols found on today’s beautiful Claddagh jewelry designs have a rich history and lots of unique symbolism. One example of fascinating Claddagh lore is the story of the medieval fishermen of Galway, Ireland, and the way that they used Claddagh symbols to protect their waters… [...]
Grace O’Malley – The Sea Queen of Ireland
Grace O’Malley was a feisty – and sometimes lawless - Irishwoman…she was notoriously rebellious, passionate, and stubborn. Her life was an unusual one, as she always refused to be held back by the strict gender roles of the sixteenth century Instead, this fearless Irish queen and chieftain took to the high seas and became a pirate – and the stuff of Irish [...]
You’ll Love Our Affordable Claddagh Earrings
Irish Claddagh drop earrings add instant style to any outfit, and they work with a variety of looks – from casual jeans and tees to evening dresses. If you’re looking for an affordable way to start a Celtic jewelry collection that honors your family’s ancestry, why not choose a special pair of earrings from our new selection of [...]
The Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival
Every year in September, tens of thousands of people visit a small Irish town to search for their soul mates at the famed Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival. This annual, month-long (Sept. 2nd – Oct. 3rd) get-together is actually the biggest festival of its kind in all of Europe. Against the picturesque backdrop of this County Clare spa town (known since the 18th [...]
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