Questions › Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history
In which year did the Irish Free State become a republic?
- A1921
- B1949Right answer
- C1922
- D1936
Answer: 1949
The Irish Free State was formed in 1922 with its own government. It became a republic in 1949.
From chapter 3 of the handbook, "A long and illustrious history", section "The 20th century". Practice question 218 of 651, written in our own words.