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March 17, 1981. St. Patrick's Day is not only the feast day of a great man of God, it is a symbol of the commitment of the Irish people to freedom, to justice, and to the values upon which Western civilization is built. Today, in celebration of St. Patrick's Day, we're taking a look back at some of President Reagan's most memorable remarks regarding the holiday. Ronald Reaga The blessed St. Patrick, we're told, died on this day in the year of our Lord 461. And leave it to the Irish to be carrying on a wake for 1,500 years. [Laughter] St. Patrick, as we know, was the historic man of God who, with passion and strength of conviction, converted the people of Ireland to Christianity. I have a deep and abiding respect President Reagan was an Irish storyteller par excellence, but some of the antics on St.Patrick’s Day would be hard to match. In 1986, it was actually "leprechauns" who made their appearance Reagan was visited by a man dressed as a leprechaun on St. Patrick's Day in 1986. Ronald Reagan with a man dressed as a leprechaun. Diana Walker/The LIFE Images Collection via Getty Images Ronald Reagan. 40th President of the United States: 1981 ‐ 1989. Statement on St. Patrick's Day. March 17, 1982. St. Patrick's Day reminds us of the power of joy It’s St. Patrick’s Day, so I thought it would be fun to share with you the story of President Reagan’s surprise visit to Pat Troy’s Irish pub in Alexandria, Va. The event, which occurred in 1988, was retold beautifully by Tom Purcell in 2003. let's continue to build on this foundation, bringing ever growing prosperity to both our great peoples. let us continue to work together to make sure we maintain the economic two-way relationship that has allowed prosperity to thrive. mr. president, on st. patrick's day in 1981 in this house, president ronald reagan spoke of a just and peaceful On St. Patrick’s Day in 1988, President Ronald Reagan and an entourage arrived at a little pub known as Pat Troy’s in Alexandria, Virginia. After some songs, a few drinks, and some corned beef and cabbage, the President took the mic and enthralled patrons with a tale about a recent trip he made to Ireland. On St. Patrick’s Day, Ronald Reagan’s legacy looms large in the hearts of Irish-Americans and all who celebrate Irish culture and heritage. His leadership during the Cold War, his efforts to promote peace and reconciliation in Northern Ireland, and his enduring commitment to the values of freedom and democracy are celebrated as part of the The 12 months since last St. Patrick's Day have brought both hope and sorrow in Northern Ireland. There have been grounds for optimism for the future. The level of violence continued its generally downward trend. In this country, U.S. law enforcement authorities confiscated a large number of weapons intended for terrorist hands in Ireland. This year I will be celebrating St. Patrick's Day with Irishmen from north of our border -- in a city more generally thought of for its French, not Irish, customs. Brian Mulroney, a great Irishman and Canadian, has invited me to participate in St. Patrick's Day festivities in Quebec City, and I look forward to sharing our Canadian friends Former President Ronald Reagan stopped by an Irish pub in Alexandria, Va. on Saint Patrick’s Day in 1988 to discuss his Irish upbringing. During his visit, he made some jokes at the expense of President Ronald Reagan on St. Patrick's Day. Diana Walker/The LIFE Images Collection via Getty Images. St. Patrick's Day is celebrated on March 17 every year. On this St. Patrick's Day, let us fervently wish that America and Ireland will continue to be friends as long as the hills are green. Ronald Reagan . Date. 03/12/1982. Well, I thank you all for this, and a happy St. Patrick's Day to all of you. And why didn't I find this place 7 years ago? [Laughter] Mr. Troy. That's because you were in the Eire Pub in Boston, that's why. [Laughter] Can't keep out of the damn places, can you? [Laughter] The President. Reagan was visited by a man dressed as a leprechaun on St. Patrick's Day in 1986. Ronald Reagan with a man dressed as a leprechaun. Diana Walker/The LIFE Images Collection via Getty Images Throughout our history, Americans of Irish descent have played such a role. The first St. Patrick's Day parade in Boston was recorded as far back as 1737. It's interesting to note that during the American Revolution, it was on St. Patrick's Day, 1776, when the British ended their occupation of Boston and evacuated the city. Message on the Observance of St. Patrick's Day, 1981 Ronald Reagan Presidential Library & Museum Reagan Resources;
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