August 24

August 24, 1803

James Napper Tandy, Irish patriot, dies in exile in France.

August 24, 1798

Generals Cornwallis and Lake leave Dublin

August 24, 1747

Birth in Dublin of William La Touche, founder of the Bank of Ireland

August 24, 1565

Earl of Murrays rebellion against Mary Queen of Scots failed.

August 24, 1482

Berwick on Tweed finally ceded to England (Edward IV) after changing hands, 12 times.

August 24, 1210

King John sails from Dublin for England