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Things you didn't know about the Irish
It was part of Britain
The whole of Ireland was part of the UK until 1922, when 26 counties (in the south and north-west) became a dominion while six northern counties (Northern Ireland) remained within the UK. In 1949, the 26 counties became a full republic.
George VI was the last person to hold the title of King of Ireland. Politics aside, what other fun Irish facts are worthy of a toast?
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