October 18

Section: October 18

Denis Law became the youngest footballer to play for Scotland

October 18, 1958

Sarah Makem, Irish traditional singer, is born

October 18, 1900

A “no rents manifesto” is issued by the Land League under the guidance of Parnell

October 18, 1881

First public meeting of the Society of United Irishmen in Belfast

October 18, 1791

Birth in Dublin of actress, Peg Woffington

October 18, 1718