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Matt Molloy, the renowned Irish musician and flutist, was born on January 12, 1947. He is widely recognized for his contributions to traditional Irish music and his significant role as a member of The Chieftains, one of the most influential and respected traditional Irish music bands in the world.

Jennifer Johnston, Irish author, born

January 12, 1930

Jennifer Johnston, the acclaimed Irish author, was born in 1930. She is known for her works of fiction, including novels and short stories, which often explore themes related to Irish history, society, and the human condition. Jennifer Johnston’s writing has received critical acclaim, and she is considered one of the notable figures in contemporary Irish literature.

Molly Allgood, actress, born

January 12, 1885

Molly Allgood, actress (stage name Máire O’Neill) and she lived until 1952. She had a successful career in the theater and appeared in many productions in Ireland and the United Kingdom. Molly Allgood was associated with the Abbey Theatre in Dublin and worked alongside other renowned Irish playwrights and actors.

Thomas Ashe, teacher, born

January 12, 1885

Thomas Ashe was born on January 12, 1885, in Lispole, County Kerry, Ireland.

Kinsale by-election was triggered by the death of John Folliott

January 12, 1765

The Kinsale by-election caused by the death of John Folliott on this date is contested by Agmondisham Vesey and Richard Meade

Edmund Burke, Irish statesman, born

January 12, 1729

The Right Honourable Edmund Burke, the prominent Irish statesman, philosopher, and political theorist, was born on January 12, 1729, in Dublin, Ireland. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the development of modern conservative political thought and is known for his eloquent writings and speeches on a range of political and philosophical topics.

Benjamin Burton, politician, born

January 12, 1709

Benjamin Burton, the politician and Revenue Commissioner, was born on January 12, 1709 in Dublin.

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Matt Molloy of the Chieftains, born

January 12, 1947

Jennifer Johnston, Irish author, born

January 12, 1930

Molly Allgood, actress, born

January 12, 1885

Thomas Ashe, teacher, born

January 12, 1885

Kinsale by-election was triggered by the death of John Folliott

January 12, 1765

Edmund Burke, Irish statesman, born

January 12, 1729

Benjamin Burton, politician, born

January 12, 1709