How It Started: Ireland

"How It Started: Ireland" is part of our How It Started series. Explore Ireland's history in this 1 hour crash course, tracing its evolution from ancient origins to the present day. Discover how key events and influences have shaped Ireland’s culture, identity, and society over the centuries.
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In this 1 hour crash course you'll journey through the rich history of Ireland, from its ancient beginnings to the modern era. Discover the early settlers and Celtic influences, the arrival of Christianity and its impact on Irish culture, and the lasting legacies of Viking and Norman invasions. Learn about the struggles under English rule, the fight for independence, and the partition that led to the formation of modern Ireland. This course offers a concise overview of the key events and cultural shifts that have shaped Ireland's unique identity over the centuries.

Module 1: Ancient Ireland 

  • Early Settlers and Monuments
  • The impact of the Celts on Irish culture, language, and mythology.

Module 2: Christianisation and the Golden Age 

  • Arrival of Christianity: St. Patrick's mission and the spread of Christianity in the 5th century.
  • Monastic Culture: The role of monasteries in education and the creation of illuminated manuscripts like the Book of Kells.

Module 3: Viking and Norman Influence

  • Viking Invasions: The impact of Viking raids and the establishment of key coastal cities.
  • Norman Conquest: The arrival of the Normans and their influence on Irish society and governance.

Module 4: English Rule and Independence 

  • Colonial Ireland: The expansion of English control, the plantation system, and the resulting cultural conflicts.
  • Struggle for Independence: Key events leading to Irish independence, including the Easter Rising and the Anglo-Irish Treaty.

Module 5: Modern Ireland

  • Partition and the Troubles: The division of Ireland and the conflict in Northern Ireland, leading to the Good Friday Agreement.
  • Contemporary Ireland: Economic transformation, Ireland’s modern identity, and its role in the global community.
Duration
1 Hour
Lessons
5 Modules
Format
Video, Text
Certification
Yes
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