may 26th

Total results: 13

History

In the opening game of their Rugby World Cup programme, Scotland defeated Ivory Coast, 89-0

May 26, 1995

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Petrol rationing, introduced during WW2, was ended.

May 26, 1950

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Actor Archie Duncan (known for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes) born Glasgow.

May 26, 1914

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Birth of football player, coach and manager Sir Matt Busby

May 26, 1909

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First publication of Dracula, written by Dublin man Abraham ‘Bram’ Stoker

May 26, 1897

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Trinity College Dublin abolishes all remaining religious restrictions for entry, with the exception of the Faculty of Divinity

May 26, 1873

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Michael Barrett from Kesh, Co. Fermanagh is executed for his part in the explosion at Clerkenwell Gaol

May 26, 1867

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Mary is crowned queen of Great Britain & Northern Ireland

May 26, 1867

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The rebels are defeated at Tara Hill; this marks the end of the rebellion in Co. Meath

May 26, 1798

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Oliver Cromwell leaves Ireland on board the frigate President Bradshaw

May 26, 1650

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Following his submission to Elizabeth at Whitehall in January, Shane O'Neill returns to Ireland

May 26, 1562

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The parliament convened by King James I approved the arrest of a number of the Scottish nobility and also banned the playing of football

May 26, 1424

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England invades Wales.

May 26, 1063