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1839 in Ireland

Explore 2 historical events and records for Ireland in 1839.

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Historical records for Ireland in 1839

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May

May 1839

Ross Antarctic Expedition Begins

Crozier, Francis Rawdon Moira · Antarctic Explorer · Exploration / Exploration and Discovery

Crozier commands HMS Terror during James Clark Ross's Antarctic expedition, undertaking extensive magnetic, oceanographic and geographical exploration.

June

24 June 1839

Ordination of Edward McCabe

McCabe, Edward · Dublin · Priest · Religion / Roman Catholic Church

McCabe is ordained to the Catholic priesthood for the Dublin archdiocese and begins parish ministry in the city.

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