Events for May 17May 17, 1730Elizabeth, widow of William Molyneux, marries Nathaniel St Andre, a Swiss surgeonRead MoreMay 17, 1855Timothy Michael Healy, Irish politicians, born in Bantry, Co. CorkRead MoreMay 17, 1949The British Government recognizes the Republic of IrelandRead MoreMay 17, 1865Shan Bullock, novelist, is born in Crom, Co. FermanaghRead More