In 1848, the Irish Tricolour 🇮🇪 was presented in #Dublin. Inspired by the French Revolution, the flag was designed to symbolise a lasting truce between "Orange" and "Green." Thomas Francis Meagher's vision of peace remains a cornerstone of Irish identity. Explore the history of our national emblem on Vicipéid today.
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St Patrick was British. Ireland never had snakes. The original colour wasn't green. Everything you thought you knew about St Patrick's Day is more interesting than the myth. The full story 👇
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Discover everything about St Patrick's Day, from Saint Patrick's remarkable history to global celebrations, traditions, symbols, and insider tips for 2026. Your complete guide to the world's favourite Irish holiday.
ST. PATRICK'S DAY
Behind every holiday is a story — and Saint Patrick’s Day has one of the most fascinating in history.
A kidnapped shepherd. A missionary. A saint whose legacy spread across centuries until his feast day became a worldwide celebration.
The full 1,500-year history of Saint Patrick’s Day is now available on Aure Free Press.
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