Ireland-+TomF.+WillP.+NickP.+AidanK.

=Ireland's culture, and history by: Aidan K, Tom F, Will P, and Nick P. =


 * ====When did Ireland become an independent country?- Will ====
 * ====Were there any major wars in Ireland?- Nick ====
 * ====What is Ireland's culture like?- Aidan ====
 * ====What kind of Government do they have?- Tom ====
 * ====Who colonized Ireland?- Tom ====
 * ====What are the main recreational activities (Sports, or art)?- Aidan ====

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Ireland is a very historical country. You will enjoy their endless hospitality, rich culture, and for their restauraunts. You will also enjoy their sports.
=//CULTURE//= ==The Irish have a rich culture. For example every January 6th is the specific "girls night out". Also St. Patricks day is one of the most celebrated holidays. It is in loving honor of St.Patrick who spread Christianity thoughout Ireland. The popular music in Ireland is not like America's. Instead of Lady Gaga and Eminem there are bagpipes and orchestra. Most of the people have Celtic ancestors. Two most native languages are English and Gaelic. 95% of all the people in Ireland are Roman Catholic. There is a lot of culture but the sports are the big passtime in Ireland. The most popular sport is Gaelic Football. This is played on a soccer-like field with wooden sticks and a leather ball. The womens' version is called Camogic. Gaelic football is a mix of soccer, hockey, and football (American). The Irish Derby horse race is also a big event to look forwart to. The sports and culture are rich, and wonderful.== =//WARS AND GOVERNMENT//= ==Ireland went through many wars over time. One war was called the Williamite War. It was the war of two kings. A conflict between King Williamite of Orange and King James II. In the end King James II won and defeated King Williamite of Orange. Another war was the War of Independance. It was againt Great Britain in 1919. Finally, in 1921 Ireland won the war and gained indepandence from all the surrounding countries. Also, over time there was the war of colonization. it was when King Henry II took Ireland through war from the Celts. Ireland's goverment now is pretty good their president is named Mary Mcaleese but, she only has a few political like laws. Parliamentary Republic is the current government. The head of the government is a Prime Minister.==