Events for July 13
July 13, 1809
Dublin Harp Society, founded
The Dublin Harp Society was founded in the late 18th century with the goal of preserving and reviving the traditional Irish harp, an important symbol of Irish cultural heritage. Established in 1809, the society played a crucial role in encouraging the performance and teaching of the Irish harp, which had been in decline.
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July 13, 1174
King William surprised and captured by the English at Alnwick.
On July 13, 1174, King William I of Scotland, also known as William the Lion, was surprised and captured by English forces at the Battle of Alnwick in Northumberland, England. This event was a significant moment in the conflict between Scotland and England during the 12th century.
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Father Edward Flanagan, born, the founder of Boys Town
Father Edward Joseph Flanagan, the Irish-American priest and founder of Boys Town, was born on July 13, 1886, in the village of Leabeg, County Roscommon, Ireland. He is best known for his pioneering work in child welfare and his establishment of Boys Town, a community dedicated to the care and education of at-risk boys.
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