Michael Ferguson

PIRA Volunteer and Politician

Michael Ferguson - Activists & Humanitarians born 1953
Born

1953
73 years ago

Died
Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Ireland

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Involved with the Provisional Irish Republican Army, served as a lawyer, and held political office. Engaged in activities to promote the ideals of republicanism in Ireland. Contributed to the legal profession while advocating for political change. Engaged in public service and political discourse.

Participated as a volunteer in the Provisional Irish Republican Army

Practiced law in Ireland

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