The lies told about Ireland - Israeli edition Since Ireland has voiced an opinion on Israeli actions in Gaza, certain commentators have sought to invent or inflate aspects of Irish history to diminish Ireland's voice. Here are the common myths, and the reality: 'Ireland has an inflated history of antisemitism' Ireland has more arguably had the lowest levels of antisemitism in Europe since its first Jewish arrivals in the 11th century, and following partial independence in 1922. Zero expulsions. No pogroms. No exclusion from government/societal roles. The Irish fought for Jewish rights in the 1800's, led by its inspirational leader Daniel O'Connell who said: “Ireland has claims on your ancient race, as it is the only Christian country that I know of unsullied by any one act of persecution of the Jews." Ireland enshrined Jewish right of practise in its 1937 Constitution, a unique action in an antisemitic age. Ireland's Chief Rabbi's repeatedly held Ireland up as an example to the world regards antisemitism - some examples below. (Note - of course some antisemitism existed - idiots are everywhere) (1)