Is Green Really Ireland's Colour?
Le vert est-il vraiment la couleur de l'Irlande ?
Summary
Every 17 March, St Patrick's Day fills the world with green — but how did the colour become synonymous with Ireland? The article traces the historical and cultural roots of this association, noting that green was not always Ireland's defining colour. It explores how politics, nationalism and popular tradition gradually cemented green as the island's iconic symbol.
Preview
Tous les 17 mars, le monde irlandais célèbre la Saint-Patrick. Et à cette occasion, la couleur verte est de sortie ! Mais comment s'est-elle imposée comme symbole de l'île ?