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Conradh na Gaeilge [The Gaelic League] is an organisation which was founded in 1893 to promote the Irish language in Ireland and abroad and the collection encompasses material from this period through to 2018 when it was accessioned.

The main body of material comprises records generated by Conradh na Gaeilge headquarters, although it also includes material returned to them by various branches in Ireland and abroad, most notably the London branch.

Following on from several 19th century organisations promoting the Gaelic Revival, Conradh na Gaeilge became the main organisation to spearhead the Irish language revival. Its existence has subsequently coincided and overlapped with the revolutionary years leading up to and including the War of Independence, The Civil War and the foundation of the Irish Free State, the early years of the Republic, the turbulent period known as the Troubles which saw human rights issues and political strife come to the fore in Northern Ireland, through to the emergence of a relatively prosperous state. As such the material gives a unique insight into the last 125 years or more of the history of the island of Ireland, with many of its members prominent and active in a wider context.

Over the course of its existence, staff were actively involved in promoting and observing the use of Irish across all aspects of everyday activities, and as such the collection includes material relating to the running of classes and events including the annual Seachtain na Gaeilge campaign and Oireachtas competitions. It also includes material relating to Irish language publications, to correspondence with businesses, Government departments, and members of the general public, and to research carried out on minority languages elsewhere.

A significant portion of material covers several language rights and fundraising campaigns. In the latter half of the 20th century Conradh na Gaeilge, along with other organisations, was instrumental in community campaigns which led to the creation of Irish language radio and television stations (Raidió na Gaeltachta and TG4 respectively), to the enactment of the Official Languages Act [14 July 2003], and to making Irish an official language of the European Union [1 January 2007]. Campaign material in the collection also includes documents relating to prisoners’ rights and civil rights in Northern Ireland, in particular during the period of the Hunger Strikes [1980-1981].

Tag / Ref: G60

This file consists of photocopies of a selection of pamphlets which were issued by Conradh na Gaeilge for 1 penny. They include "Constitution of Gaelic League"; "Gaelic League and Organisation"; "Possibilities of Irish History"; Gaelic League Pamphlets #12-20 ("The Irish Language and Irish Intermediate Education"); "Bilingual Instruction in National Schools - the Prize Programmes" and "Nationalisation of Irish Education".

Tag / Ref: G60/7/5/1

Press release, an extract from a recent address to Coiste Chathair Átha Cliath de Chonradh na Gaeilge, by Mícheál Mac Aonghusa, member of Coiste Gnó. It refers to the statement issued the previous week, (see G44/1/1/6), and cites the lack of Irish langua

Statement issued by Coiste an Airgid (Standing Committee) de Chonradh na Gaeilge after their fortnightly meeting on 27 September 1968. The meeting was presided over by Maolsheachlainn Ó'Caollaí, President of Conradh na Gaeilge. The statement follows a r

Statement by Maolsheachlainn Ó'Caollaí, President of Conradh na Gaeilge on the Waterford School Controversy. Contradicts statements attributed to the Secretary of the Language Freedom Movement that recently appeared in the press about the medium of instr

Material in this subseries relates to Conradh na Gaeilge’s submissions to various entities in relation to education in Ireland and includes correspondence, minutes, correspondence and press releases.

Tag / Ref: G60/30/16

This subseries consists of correspondence, reports, membership information and other material relating to the setting up in 1960 of Conradh na nÓg by Conradh na Gaeilge in schools around Ireland.

Tag / Ref: G60/11/4

This series relates to various youth organisations and youth events including those run under the auspices of CnaG including Comhluadar; Conradh na nóg; Feachtas; Ógras; and Dáil na nÓg [Youth Assembly] and consists of minutes; correspondence; press releases and photographs. It also includes material relating to the CnaG club at 6 Harcourt Street, Dublin (Club an Chonradh) and other clubs nationwide.

Tag / Ref: G60/11

A small pocket appointment diary for 1880, with entries written in the late 1920s. Martin Conroy, and Stephen Martin Conroy written at the front. Local events such as the Clifden races, local funerals, weather conditions are recorded.

Damaged photograph of two men wearing suits, and woman seated. Note on back reads 'The [Girl?] from an Atlantic [G...?].

Collection of maritime postcards, most blank, but some posted to Michael Conroy.

File of receipts for Poor Rates between the 1920s and 1960s to Bridget and later Michael Conroy.

Handwritten correspondence between John and Patrick Conroy, Sister Nora [O'Donnell?], Mrs Michael [Bridget?] Conroy (1940s-1974).

Mylar envelope of photographs, mostly unidentified, but likely to be members of the Conroy family. The photographs date from c. late 19th century to 1978.

File of correspondence and personal effects relating to Nora O'Donnell, Michael Conroy and others. (1911 - 1997).

Mylar envelope of photographs, early 20th century. None are identified, but are likely to be members of the Conroy family. Possible photo of Nora O'Donnell.

Badly damaged books and copies relating to the Conroy family of Beaghbauneen. 'English Poetry Books for Intermediate Certificate, Poetry of the Ballad Type', 'Mo Leabhair Féin', a mathematics copy book dated 1936, 'St Enda Literary Reader', 1929.

Print copy of journal "Conscientious Objection to Military Service (2012), with letter included from Robert Husbands to Joan Boyle, wife of Kevin Boyle, sending a print copy as Kevin had contributed to the issue and was referenced in the introduction, post his passing.