August 24

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

August 24, 1803

Generals Cornwallis and Lake leave Dublin

August 24, 1798

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

August 24, 1747

Earl of Murrays rebellion against Mary Queen of Scots failed.

August 24, 1565

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

August 24, 1482

King John sails from Dublin for England

August 24, 1210