Learn about the heritage of Ireland with this lovely History of Ireland jigsaw. 14 chunky pieces. Ulster has 3 pieces, Leinster has 3 pieces, Munster has 4 pieces and Connaught has 4 pieces.
This jigsaw has lovely pastel colours. It displays a number of interesting landmarks of Ireland.
Remove the pieces to read about the history of Ireland. This includes a short description of the following and more:
- Stone age. 8000 years ago to the 1st century BC. Gaels; Druidism; Irish Legends
- Story of St. Patrick
- Viking invasions from 795 and Normans in 1169
- Strongbow. The Pale. King Henry VIII. Queen Elizabeth 1. Oliver Cromwell. William of Orange
- 1782 Dublin Parliament granted virtual independence from London
- United Irishmen & Wolfe Tone. Daniel O’Connell
- Potato Blight. Michael Davitt & the Land League Movement. Boycott
- Charles Stewart Parnell & Irish Home Rule Bill
- Ulster Volunteer Force. Irish Volunteers
- 1916. Patrick Pearse. James Connolly
- Dáil. War of Independence. Black & Tans
- 1922 The Anglo Irish Treaty. 6 counties of Ulster granted separate status
- Civil War. Eamon de Valera. Founding of the Fianna Fail party
- 1937 New constitution declaring Ireland a sovereign independent democratic state
- 1938 Britain relinquished naval facilities. Economic war ends
- 1939 Ireland declare neutrality at the outbreak of World War 2
Dimensions = 40cm x 30cm
Wonderful History of Ireland Jigsaw. This is a great Irish gift for both children and adults to learn interesting aspects of the heritage of Ireland.
Made by Lisheen, County Kerry, Ireland.
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Beth (verified owner) –
Superior service; lovely, quality product. I purchased as a birthday present. The product description and image was exactly what we received. Delivery was fast (to the US) and tracking information was made available. Will recommend this shop and product to many! Thank you!
Marian Mc Glinchey (verified owner) –
Loved this jigsaw of our ancient provinces. Great for passing on our history to future generations. Shauna is a delight to deal with. Will definitely recommend this to family and friends.