European Monetary System Launch
Heads the government when Ireland joins the new European Monetary System.
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1979 in Ireland
Explore 17 historical events and records for Ireland in 1979.
Historical records for Ireland in 1979
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March
Irish Pound Enters EMS
Oversees Ireland's entry into the European Monetary System and the Irish pound's break from sterling parity.
May
1979 FA Cup Final Second Goal
Heads Arsenal's second goal in the dramatic 3-2 FA Cup final victory over Manchester United.
Treaty of Accession
Dillon completes Ireland's delegation signatures as Permanent Representative to the Communities.
Treaty of Accession
Lynch adds Ireland's signature to the treaty admitting Greece to the European Communities.
Treaty of Accession
O'Kennedy signs for Ireland as Minister for Foreign Affairs during the Zappeion ceremony.
June
First Direct European Elections
Heads the government when Irish voters participate in the first direct European Parliament elections.
Created Cardinal
Pope John Paul II raises Ó Fiaich to the College of Cardinals two years after his appointment to Armagh.
July
Second Irish EEC Presidency
Lynch returns Ireland to the Council chair as the second Irish Community Presidency begins.
September
Papal Visit to Ireland
Ó Fiaich helps receive Pope John Paul II during the first papal visit to Ireland, including the major peace appeal delivered at Drogheda.
November
Dublin European Council
Hosts the European Council as leaders debate the United Kingdom's Community budget contribution.
December
Taoiseach of Ireland
Becomes Taoiseach for the first time after succeeding Jack Lynch as Fianna Fail leader.
Other events (month unknown)
Black Rose
Records Black Rose with Thin Lizzy, adding a strong Celtic guitar influence to the album.
Field Work
Publication of "Field Work"
Prime Minister of Ireland
Appointed Prime Minister of Ireland, 1st term
U2
Founder Member of U2
U2
Founder Member of U2
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