20 September 1976Direct Elections ActLiam Cosgrave
Heads the Irish government when member states establish direct European Parliament elections.
Historical records for Ireland in 1976, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Heads the Irish government when member states establish direct European Parliament elections.
Drums on Jailbreak, anchoring the rhythm section during Thin Lizzy's breakthrough year.
Writes and sings on Jailbreak, the album that gives Thin Lizzy its international commercial breakthrough.
Records Johnny the Fox as Thin Lizzy quickly follows the success of Jailbreak.
Writes and sings The Boys Are Back in Town, which becomes Thin Lizzy's best-known international hit.
Founder member of U2
Founder member of U2
Founder member of U2
Founder member of U2
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