Videos tagged with Irish History

This video provides an overview of a World War II era Irish helmet, highlighting its insignia and interior condition, noting the liner has been replaced. It also showcases associated Irish political badges and a unique 'Whale Oil Beef Hooked' mug, presenting them as valuable collector's items. The speaker, demonstrating experienced knowledge of military collectibles and historical context, touches upon Ireland's neutrality during WWII.

The Fenian Brotherhood modernized their arsenal by converting muzzle-loading muskets into breech-loading rifles using the Needham system. This conversion featured a side-pivoting breech, an integrated extractor, and a hammer-locking mechanism for safety. These rifles were notably used in the Fenian attempts to invade Canada in the 19th century.

The Mauser Model 1871 rifle played a crucial role in Irish history, notably during the 1914 Howth gunrunning operation where 900 were smuggled for the Irish Volunteers. These rifles, sourced from the same dealer as those for the Ulster Volunteer Force, later became prominent in the 1916 Easter Rising. The Mauser 1871 is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 11x60mmR.

This video focuses on the RIC carbine, a firearm purpose-built for the Royal Irish Constabulary (RIC) forces. The description highlights its basis on an early Enfield action and its rarity in the United States today. The creator, Military Arms Channel (MAC), also provides links to their social media platforms, Patreon, Utreon, Rumble, and Modern Gun School. Additional links are provided for 'Second Legacy' for political commentary.

This is a short clip, identified as a "small segment of a larger Primer episode," focusing on the British Webley New Model Royal Irish Constabulary revolver. The video directs viewers to a full episode and provides links for supporting the creators through Patreon, SubscribeStar, or by purchasing merchandise. The primary content appears to be an in-depth look at a historical firearm.