Pat McGeown

Irish republican activist and politician

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

Links & References

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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