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Currently, the British have been driven out of most of Ireland, since the Republic is an independent country. They still control part of the northeast, where Northern Ireland has been established. It includes six out of the 9 counties in the Province of Ulster. It has been agreed that Northern Ireland can leave the UK if a majority of the people in the six counties are in favour of this. At the moment, the Nationalists have a majority in 4 of the 6 Counties, but the Unionists still have an overall majority of 58%.
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When was the Year of current constitution in Ireland?
1937. There have been various amendments in the period since then.
Why did Ireland join the United Kingdom?
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What was the relationship between Ireland and Britain?
Ireland has a very long history with Britain, which goes back as far as 1169. From then there have been plantations in Ireland, most notably in the north of Ireland/ There were many revolutions and rebellions. The history between Ireland and Britain is long and complex, too much to go through in an answer like this. So to take a simpler look at what led to the current situation, all of Ireland was under British rule, being part of the United Kingdom between 1801 and 1922. Then, what is now the Republic of Ireland became independent and what is now Northern Ireland stayed as part of the United Kingdom. That is the situation to this day.
Was Ireland an Axis power or an Allie power?
During World War 2 Ireland was neutral. In a strict legal sense Ireland was then still a dominion of the British Empire. However, relations between Ireland and Britain had been strained for many years. Irish citizens could serve in the British armed forces and about 38,554 did see serve.
Has Ireland been in any conflicts?
Through much of its history, Ireland has been involved in conflicts with the British in order to get their independence. Ireland has also had invasions from the vikings. Ireland is a neutral country, so it is not involved in any conflicts now and was not involved in World War II. It was not directly involved in World War I, but it was under British rule at that time, and the British were involved. In both World Wars many Irish men joined the British Army and fought in the wars, many losing their lives. As a neutral nation Ireland is not in any military alliances, such as NATO, and it has a strong record in peacekeeping activities. There is an Irish army, but it is not very large. Some of its personnel go on peacekeeping duties to other parts of the world.
How long has British Airways been using its current logo?
There have been several variations of the British Airways Logo. The current British Airways logo has been in use since 1997. This is a registered logo with restrictions on usage.
When was the Year of current constitution in Ireland?
1937. There have been various amendments in the period since then.
Is northern Ireland competing in the 2012olympics?
No. Athletes compete for either Ireland or Great Britain and Northern Ireland. There's been a longstanding dispute on whether the Northern Ireland area belongs to Britain or Ireland, but most people agree it's not a separate country, which is why it doesn't compete in the Olympics on its own.
What bloody battle did Ireland and Scotland have?
Ireland and Scotland have had no particular battle between them. Both have been involved in other battles, but not against each other. Some Scottish soldiers may have been on the British side in various battles with Ireland, but those were not specifically between Ireland and Scotland.
What type of currency does Ireland have?
The currency of the Republic of Ireland is the Euro (symbol '€').In Northern Ireland, the British Pound Sterling (£) is used.We use the Euro, as do several more countries in Europe.The current currency used in the republic of Ireland is the Euro.
Why did Ireland join the United Kingdom?
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Who was the last male president of ireland?
Michael D. Higgins is the current President of Ireland, having been elected in 2011. That last male President of Ireland before him was Patrick Hillery who was President of Ireland from 1976 until 1990.
Did Ireland ever have a black president?
Ireland has never had a president - since it's always been ruled by a monarchy. The Republic of Ireland has never had a black president, the current president (2011) is Mary McAleese.
What was the relationship between Ireland and Britain?
Ireland has a very long history with Britain, which goes back as far as 1169. From then there have been plantations in Ireland, most notably in the north of Ireland/ There were many revolutions and rebellions. The history between Ireland and Britain is long and complex, too much to go through in an answer like this. So to take a simpler look at what led to the current situation, all of Ireland was under British rule, being part of the United Kingdom between 1801 and 1922. Then, what is now the Republic of Ireland became independent and what is now Northern Ireland stayed as part of the United Kingdom. That is the situation to this day.
Can anyone offer employment for a married couple in current british empire territiries?
There hasn't been a British Empire for some years.
When did Northern Ireland apart of Britain?
In the 12th century Normans landed in southeastern Ireland. Over the centuries the British conquered the whole island. In 1801 Ireland and Britain were united as the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. Around 1920, the Irish War of Independence was fought. At the end in 1922, the British agreed to most of the island of Ireland becoming independent again However, they kept six counties in the northeast. Those six counties became known as 'Northern Ireland' and are still part of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
Why has there been history of resistance to British army in Ireland?
it goes back HUNDREDS of years...look up a man called oliver cromwell and the plantations of Ireland something like the 1400AD
