1937 Constitution establishes Ireland as a sovereign state, renaming it Ireland {Éire}.

Following the establishment of the Irish Free State in 1922, the 1937 Constitution of Ireland was enacted, declaring Ireland a sovereign, independent state. This constitution replaced the previous Free State constitution and asserted the independence of the nation, marking a significant milestone in Irish history. The 1937 Constitution of Ireland affirmed the Irish people's right to self-determination and established a republican form of government. It also reflected the cultural and social values of the Irish society at the time, emphasizing the importance of the family, the Irish language, and the Catholic Church. With the enactment of the new constitution, the Irish Free State was renamed simply 'Ireland' or 'Éire' in the Irish language. This change signaled the country's desire to break ties with its colonial past and assert its identity as an independent nation. The 1937 Constitution of Ireland paved the way for Ireland to become a member of the United Nations in 1955 and later the European Union in 1973. It continues to serve as the foundation of Irish law and governance, shaping the country's political, social, and cultural landscape to this day. #IrishIndependence #Sovereignty #Éire #ConstitutionOfIreland