Historical Events tagged with "1916 rising"

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Military & Warfare

Shelling of the Four Courts Begins Irish Civil War

June 28th, 1922 102 years ago

Free State forces commenced an assault on the Four Courts in Dublin, marking the start of the Irish Civil War. This military action aimed to eliminate anti-Treaty forces that had occupied the building. The shelling resulted in significant destruction and a violent conflict that lasted for several months.

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