#vicipeid — Public Fediverse posts
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On this day in 1959, #Shannon Airport in County #Clare welcomed its millionth cumulative transatlantic passenger. This historic milestone highlighted #Ireland’s pivotal role in global aviation and the success of the world's first duty-free zone. The airport remains a vital gateway for the West. Explore more about its history and global impact on Vicipéid.
🔗 GA: https://ga.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aerfort_na_Sionainne
🔗 EN: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shannon_Airport -
Today marks Lá Fhéile Bríde (#StBrigidsDay), celebrating one of Ireland's patron saints and the traditional arrival of Spring. Associated with the ancient festival of #Imbolc, this day honors Brigid’s legacy of compassion, craftsmanship, and learning in #Kildare. Explore her history and the unique traditions of the St. Brigid's cross on Vicipéid.
🔗 GA: https://ga.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bríd_Chill_Dara
🔗 EN: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brigid_of_Kildare -
In Irish folklore, the Púca is a legendary shapeshifter known to haunt rural areas. Often appearing as a sleek black horse with golden eyes, this spirit is a mischievous figure rather than a violent one, sometimes even helping with the harvest in #Ireland. Explore the rich tradition of these supernatural beings on Vicipéid. #Folkore #Mytology
🔗 GA: https://ga.wikipedia.org/wiki/Púca
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Born #OnThisDay in 1860, Dubhghlas de hÍde was a scholar from #RosComáin who co-founded Conradh na Gaeilge to save the Irish language. Known as ‘An Craoibhín Aoibhinn’, he became the first President of Ireland, serving as a symbol of national unity. His work fueled the Gaelic Revival. Explore his legacy on Vicipéid.
🔗 GA: https://ga.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dubhghlas_de_h%C3%8Dde
🔗 EN: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Douglas_Hyde -
In early January 1740, #Ireland was gripped by the "Great Frost." Rivers like the #Liffey and #Shannon froze solid, and the #Boyne was crossed on foot. This extreme weather began a period of profound hardship known as the "Year of the Slaughter." While a difficult era, it remains a major milestone in Irish climatology. Explore this freezing winter and its impact on Vicipéid.
🔗 GA: https://ga.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gorta_%C3%89ireannach_1740_%E2%80%93_1741
🔗 EN: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Irish_Famine_(1740–1741) -
Based in #Waterford? We have an event for #Pride happening tomorrow at the Library at 1:30 pm.
🌈 Join us for this bilingual workshop at Pride of the Déise 2025!
📚 Learn how to edit Wikipedia, upload photos, and take part in #WikiLovesPride!
💻 Free workshop – open to all, no experience needed.
🔗 Sign up now: https://tinyurl.com/5fby5uuz#Vicipéid #Wikipedia #QueerHistory #DigitalActivism #FreeWorkshop #Ceardlann #LGBTQIA #WaterfordEvents