Pádraig Ó Snodaigh
Irish activist and writer
Born
May 18th, 1935
90 years ago
Died
2025
0 years ago — 90 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Ireland
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Contributed to various cultural and political movements in Ireland. Engaged in the promotion of Irish language and heritage. Authored several works that reflect political and cultural themes. Involved with the Irish cultural organization Conradh na Gaeilge, advocating for the Irish language.
Authored multiple works on Irish culture
Active in Conradh na Gaeilge
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