Society 100 years of the Games The Embassy of Ireland and the CCI mark the centenary of Ireland’s entry onto the sporting stage as an independent nation at the 1924 Paris Olympics. Gaeilge, language of the Irish Discover the history of the Irish language, its revival and its presence in contemporary Irish society. Play! Play! France-Ireland: 120 Years of Rugby On the occasion of the Rugby World Cup 2023, the Embassy of Ireland and the CCI celebrate the rugby relationship between France and Ireland: 120 years of a vibrant, colourful history.