the primary flag of Ireland was green with a harp in the center (the harp remains as Ireland’s national symbol; Ireland is the only country in the world that has a musical instrument as such).

From our national emblem to the design of the tricolour flag, why not test your knowledge of Irish cultural and historical symbols by taking our quiz?

Though a number of flags were flown in the Rising, including the Irish Republic flag above the GPO, the Irish Citizen Army Flag, of the Plough and the Stars, was flown over the Imperial Hotel.

If it’s March, and it’s green, it must be St. Patrick’s Day. The day honoring the patron saint of Ireland is a global ...