Francis Hughes
Irish Republican hunger striker
Born
February 28th, 1956
69 years ago
Died
May 12th, 1981
44 years ago — 25 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Ireland
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Born in 1956, a member of the Provisional Irish Republican Army, actively participated in the struggle for Northern Ireland's unification with the Republic of Ireland. Engaged in a hunger strike in 1981 in Maze Prison, demanding political status for IRA prisoners. The hunger strike lasted 59 days, ultimately leading to his death. His actions and sacrifice became emblematic of the wider conflict during this period.
Participated in the 1981 hunger strike
Member of the Provisional Irish Republican Army
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