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Pope Gregory reforms the calendar introduced by Julius Caesar in 45BCE - 4 October is followed by 15 October. However, the reform will not be implemented in Ireland till 1752

On October 04, 1582 in Celtic History

Pope gregory reforms the calendar introduced by julius caesar in 45 bce 4 october is followed by 15 october. however, the reform will not be implemented in ireland till 1752

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