Jim Prior
English soldier and Northern Ireland Secretary
Born
October 11th, 1927
97 years ago
Died
2016
9 years ago — 89 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1927, served in the British Army during World War II before entering politics. Elected to the House of Commons as a Conservative MP in 1970, gained prominence as Secretary of State for Northern Ireland from 1979 to 1981. Oversaw significant peace negotiations during a tumultuous period in Northern Irish history. Resigned from the cabinet in 1981 and later served as a life peer in the House of Lords.
Served as Secretary of State for Northern Ireland
Elected as Conservative MP for Louth
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