George Lennon
Irish Republican Army leader
Born
May 25th, 1900
125 years ago
Died
1991
34 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Ireland
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Led the Irish Republican Army during the Irish War of Independence and the Irish Civil War. Promoted military actions against British forces and played a pivotal role in the fight for Irish self-determination. Involved in strategic planning and operational command. Engagements included various significant battles and uprisings that shaped the course of the conflict in Ireland.
Leadership during the Irish War of Independence
Role in the Irish Civil War
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