Ireland vs. Northern Ireland

1. Are you Irish if you're from Northern Ireland?
2. Why did Northern Ireland split from Ireland?
3. Is Northern Ireland British or Irish?
4. Is Ireland or Northern Ireland safer?
5. Are Irish Protestants really Irish?
6. What percentage of Northern Ireland want a united Ireland?
7. What was the IRA fighting for?
8. Why is Ireland Not in the UK?
9. Is Ireland still under British rule?
10. What does Ulster mean in Ireland?
11. What is Northern Ireland famous for?
12. What is someone from Belfast called?

Are you Irish if you're from Northern Ireland?

Anyone born in Ireland was automatically an Irish citizen. People who were born in Northern Ireland were entitled to be Irish citizens if they chose it. A Foreign Births Register was established for descendants of Irish citizens born abroad.

Why did Northern Ireland split from Ireland?

In 1917–18, the Irish Convention attempted to resolve what sort of Home Rule would follow the First World War. Unionist and nationalist politicians met in a common forum for the last time before partition. ... As a result of this, in April 1921 the island was partitioned into Southern and Northern Ireland.

Is Northern Ireland British or Irish?

In Northern Ireland, national identity is complex and diverse. ... Most people of Protestant background consider themselves British, while a majority of people of Catholic background consider themselves Irish.

Is Ireland or Northern Ireland safer?

Northern Ireland is the safest region of the U.K., safer than Scotland, England, and Wales. Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland, is actually one of the safest cities in the U.K. ... Belfast has lower Crime rates than Dublin.

Are Irish Protestants really Irish?

Protestants who are born in the Republic of Ireland are Irish. Protestants who are born in Northern Ireland are British. Often Northern Irish Protestants are also referred to as Northern Irish.

What percentage of Northern Ireland want a united Ireland?

According to a 2015 opinion poll, 70% expressed a long-term preference of the maintenance of Northern Ireland's membership of the United Kingdom (either directly ruled or with devolved government), while 14% express a preference for membership of a united Ireland.

What was the IRA fighting for?

The Irish Republican Army (IRA; Irish: Óglaigh na hÉireann), also known as the Provisional Irish Republican Army, and informally as the Provos, was an Irish republican paramilitary organisation that sought to end British rule in Northern Ireland, facilitate Irish reunification and bring about an independent, socialist ...

Why is Ireland Not in the UK?

When Ireland suddenly declared itself a republic in 1949, thus making it impossible to remain in the British Commonwealth, the UK government legislated that even though the Republic of Ireland was no longer a British dominion, it would not be treated as a foreign country for the purposes of British law.

Is Ireland still under British rule?

Most of Ireland gained independence from Britain following the Anglo-Irish War and became a fully independent republic following the passage of the Republic of Ireland Act in 1949. Northern Ireland still remains part of the United Kingdom.

What does Ulster mean in Ireland?

Definition of Ulster (Entry 2 of 2) 1 region of the northern part of the island of Ireland comprising Northern Ireland and the northern part of the republic of Ireland. Note: Ulster was an ancient Irish province which split into several kingdoms in medieval times.

What is Northern Ireland famous for?

10 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Northern Ireland

• The Giant's Causeway. The Giant's Causeway. ...
• The Causeway Coast and Dunluce Castle. Dunluce Castle. ...
• Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. ...
• The Titanic Belfast. The Titanic Belfast. ...
• The Glens of Antrim. The Glens of Antrim. ...
• Carrickfergus Castle. ...
• Ards Peninsula. ...
• The Ulster Folk and Transport Museum.

What is someone from Belfast called?

Liverpudlians are also called Scousers.