#vicipeid — Public Fediverse posts
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In 1848, the Irish Tricolour 🇮🇪 was presented in #Dublin. Inspired by the French Revolution, the flag was designed to symbolise a lasting truce between "Orange" and "Green." Thomas Francis Meagher's vision of peace remains a cornerstone of Irish identity. Explore the history of our national emblem on Vicipéid today.
🔗 GA: https://ga.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bratach_na_h%C3%89ireann
🔗 EN: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flag_of_Ireland -
In 1903, #Waterford hosted #Ireland's first St. Patrick’s Day parade. While the tradition began in the #US, this milestone helped turn the feast day into a public cultural festival at home. The day became an official public holiday that same year. Read more about the history of our national day on Vicipéid.
🔗 GA: https://ga.wikipedia.org/wiki/L%C3%A1_Fh%C3%A9ile_P%C3%A1draig
🔗 EN: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Patrick%27s_Day -
On this day in 1991, the #BirminghamSix—six Irish men originally from #Belfast—were released after 16 years of wrongful imprisonment. Their convictions were quashed in a landmark victory for justice. This case remains a major legal milestone, highlighting the power of public campaigning and human rights in #Ireland. Learn more on Vicipéid.
🔗 GA: https://ga.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seisear_Birmingham
🔗 EN: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Birmingham_Six -
'The Crock of Gold' (1912) by James Stephens blends Irish folklore and philosophy. Set in #Dublin, it follows a Philosopher’s journey with leprechauns and gods. This cornerstone of the Irish Literary Revival is available on Project Gutenberg. Explore more about the author and his magical tales on Vicipéid.
🔗 GA: https://ga.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Stephens_(scríbhneoir)
🔗 EN: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Crock_of_Gold_(novel)
🔗 eBook: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1605 -
Bí an tEolas 📚 Foghlaim conas Vicipéid a chur in eagar ag ár gceardlann dhátheangach i gCorcaigh mar chuid de Sheachtain na Gaeilge |Learn to edit Wikipedia at our bilingual workshop in Cork for Seachtain na Gaeilge!
🗓️ Dé Sathairn 7ú Márta | 11:00–15:00
📍 Civic Trust House, Corcaigh
☕ Lón saor in aisce | Free lunch
💶 Saor in aisce | FreeScríobh mná isteach sa stair! ✨
👉 https://eventbrite.ie/e/bi-an-t-eolas-ceardlann-vicipeide-wikipedia-workshop-tickets-1982968870271 -
Beidh cruinniú pobail míosúil Wikimedia Community Ireland ar siúl Dé Máirt, 24 Feabhra ag 6pm ar Google Meet.
Tá fáilte roimh chách - idir bhaill nua agus reatha! 🗓️✨📖 Tuilleadh eolais: https://wikimedia.ie/2026/02/10/cruinniu-pobail-24-feabhra/
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Did you know the relics of Saint Valentine rest in #Dublin? Gifted to the Whitefriar Street Church in 1836, they make the city a global destination for love. This #OTD, many visit the shrine to seek blessings for their future. Discover the history of the saint and his unique Irish connection on Vicipéid, where folklore meets historical record.
🔗 GA: https://ga.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naomh_Vailint%C3%ADn
🔗 EN: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Valentine -
In 2020, the General Election was held across #Ireland. This historic vote fundamentally shifted the political landscape, resulting in a three-way tie between Sinn Féin, Fianna Fáil, and Fine Gael. Comprehensive results for the 33rd Dáil are available to explore on Vicipéid.
🔗 GA: https://ga.wikipedia.org/wiki/Olltoghch%C3%A1n_na_h%C3%89ireann,_2020
🔗 EN: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2020_Irish_general_election
#IrishHistory #Vicipéid -
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
🔗 EN: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Púca -
In 1948, #Dublin welcomed Tulyar, the legendary stallion who became a global superstar. While Irish horses are world-famous for their gallops and grace, our Vicipéid article on horses needs more "horsepower"! Can you help us groom the page? Add a paragraph or a #Kerry folk tale to help us reach racing weight. 🐎✨
🔗 GA: https://ga.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capall
🔗 EN: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horse -
On 21 January 1919, the First Dáil met for the first time in the Mansion House, #Dublin. This historic assembly declared Ireland’s independence and conducted its business entirely in the Irish language. It marked a pivotal democratic milestone in #IrishHistory, establishing a national parliament that sought international recognition. Detailed records of this event are on Vicipéid.
🔗 GA: https://ga.wikipedia.org/wiki/An_Ch%C3%A9ad_D%C3%A1il
🔗 EN: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/First_D%C3%A1il -
Happy birthday Samantha Mumba who was born in #Dublin. Beyond her global pop success with "Gotta Tell You", she is a dedicated advocate for social issues, using her platform to support #diversity and inclusion within the arts. Learn more about her career and activism on Vicipéid, the Irish language encyclopedia.
🔗 GA: https://ga.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samantha_Mumba
🔗 EN: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samantha_Mumba
#IrishHistory #Vicipéid -
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 -
On this day in 1922, the keys to #Dublin Castle were handed to Michael Collins, marking the symbolic end of British rule. This transfer to the Provisional Government turned the former colonial seat into a cornerstone of the new Irish state. Learn more about this historic milestone on Vicipéid.
🔗 GA: https://ga.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rialtas_Sealadach_na_h%C3%89ireann_(1922)
🔗 EN: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Provisional_Government_of_Ireland -
On 7 January 1922, Dáil Éireann voted to approve the Anglo-Irish Treaty, a pivotal moment for #Ireland. This decision led to the establishment of the Irish Free State, marking a major step toward independence. Explore this era of history through the works of Douglas Hyde, a key cultural figure whose addresses on national identity are preserved online.
🔗 GA: https://ga.wikipedia.org/wiki/An_Conradh_Angla-%C3%89ireannach
🔗 EN: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anglo-Irish_Treaty
🔗 EBOOK: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32746 -
Today is Nollaig na mBan (Women’s Christmas) in Ireland. Traditionally, women were given a well-earned day off from domestic duties while men took over the housework. Celebrated on the Epiphany, it remains a popular day for women to gather in #Cork, #Kerry, and across the country for lunch or tea. Learn about this Irish custom on Vicipéid.
🔗 GA: https://ga.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nollaig_Bheag
🔗 EN: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Little_Christmas -
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) -
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) -
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) -
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) -
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) -
On #NewYearsDay 1926, the first national radio station in #Ireland, 2RN, began broadcasting from #Dublin. Founded by the Department of Posts and Telegraphs, it is the direct ancestor of RTÉ Radio 1. Its launch marked a pivotal moment for Irish culture and the arts, bringing voices and music into homes across the country. Dive into this broadcasting milestone on Vicipéid.
🔗 GA: https://ga.wikipedia.org/wiki/RT%C3%89_Radio_1
🔗 EN: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RT%C3%89_Radio_1 -
👻 From Ghost Turnips to Pumpkins🎃
#Halloween is a key part of Irish Heritage and comes from the Samhain traditions of 2000 years!
The transformation of the humble turnip to the elaborately carved and illuminated pumpkins we know and love today has to be one of the biggest glow-ups of all time (pun not intended!)
Find out more on #Vicipéid and #Wikipedia 🌏
✨ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack-o%27-lantern# -
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
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Do you want to shape the future of the Irish language?☘️
Wikimedia Community Ireland is seeking an Irish Language Officer to lead our efforts in growing, connecting, and supporting the Irish language across Wikimedia projects, with a special focus on #Vicipéid (Irish Wikipedia)!
For more information: https://wikimedia.ie/2025/10/17/oifigeach-gaeilge-irish-language-officer/
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Ban-aisteoir, stiúrthóir agus léiritheoir Meiriceánach ba ea Diane Keaton, a rugadh Diane Hall (5 Eanáir 1946 - 11 Deireadh Fómhair 2025)
⭐ Léigh tuilleadh ar #Vicipéid https://ga.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diane_Keaton
Íomhá: es:Ruven Afanador, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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Meitheal is an old Irish word that describes teamwork and communities coming together. ☘️
Our monthly WikiMeitheal invites our community to come together to edit Wikipedia. The September theme is built heritage for #WikiLovesMonuments
💻Get involved here: https://outreachdashboard.wmflabs.org/courses/Wikimedia_Community_Ireland/September_MeithealWiki_Community_Editathon_for_Wiki_Loves_Monuments_(September_2025)?enroll=
Image is one of last year's winners: Glendalough, Wicklow by Currerima, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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🎉 Prize Announcement – Aiteachas a chur ar Vicipéid 2024 (Queering Vicipéid)🎉
Congrats to User:Maitiuocoimin (1st) & User:Ciaranicosgara (2nd) for their amazing work advancing LGBTQ+ content on Vicipéid! ✍️🌈
#AiteachasArVicipéid #QueeringWikipedia #LADTAHistoryMonth #Vicipéid -
🎉 Fógra na nDuais – Aiteachas a chur ar Vicipéid 🎉Comhghairdeas le User:Maitiuocoimin (1ú) & User:Ciaranicosgara (2ú) as an obair iontach le ábhar LADTA+ a chur chun cinn ar Vicipéid! ✍️🌈 #AiteachasArVicipéid #QueeringWikipedia #LADTAHistoryMonth #Vicipéid
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The last Keynote but by no means least is Dr.Maggie Glass speaking about the power of virtual communities, like #Vicipéid, as breathing spaces to build and strengthen minority languages 💪 #celticknot2024
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The last Keynote but by no means least is Dr.Maggie Glass speaking about the power of virtual communities, like #Vicipéid, as breathing spaces to build and strengthen minority languages 💪 #celticknot2024
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The last Keynote but by no means least is Dr.Maggie Glass speaking about the power of virtual communities, like #Vicipéid, as breathing spaces to build and strengthen minority languages 💪 #celticknot2024
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The last Keynote but by no means least is Dr.Maggie Glass speaking about the power of virtual communities, like #Vicipéid, as breathing spaces to build and strengthen minority languages 💪 #celticknot2024
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The last Keynote but by no means least is Dr.Maggie Glass speaking about the power of virtual communities, like #Vicipéid, as breathing spaces to build and strengthen minority languages 💪 #celticknot2024