Pat McGeown
Irish republican activist and politician
Born
September 3rd, 1956
68 years ago
Died
1996
29 years ago — 40 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Ireland
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Born in 1956, significant involvement in the Irish republican movement occurred. McGeown participated in the 1981 hunger strike, which aimed to challenge the treatment of political prisoners in Northern Ireland. As a member of the Provisional Irish Republican Army, contributed to shaping political discourse surrounding Irish unity. Following the hunger strike, engagement with political processes increased, seeking to forge pathways toward peace and reconciliation in Northern Ireland. Active in various community initiatives aimed at promoting republican principles.
Participation in the 1981 hunger strike
Involvement with the Provisional Irish Republican Army
Engagement in community initiatives for Irish unity
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