Events for January 15

January 15, 1920

Sinn Féin takes control of most borough and urban councils in local elections

In 1920, Sinn Féin, the Irish republican political party, gained significant political influence and took control in various parts of Ireland. This was a pivotal year in the struggle for Irish independence from British rule. Here are some key events and developments in 1920 related to Sinn Féin’s rise to prominence:

January 15, 1961

Dave MacAuley, boxer, born

Dave McAuley, the former professional boxer from Northern Ireland, was born on January 19, 1961 in Larne, County Antrim.

January 15, 1939

IRA Army Council declare war on England

IRA Army Council and Republican survivors of 2nd Dáil Éireann declare war on England

January 15, 1973

Neil M. Gunn, author, died

Neil M. Gunn, the Scottish author and novelist, died on January 15, 1973.