Raymond McCreesh

Irish Republican hunger striker

Raymond McCreesh - Irish Republican hunger striker
Born

February 25th, 1957
68 years ago

Died

May 21st, 1981
43 years ago — 24 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Ireland

Links & References

Born in 1957, a significant figure in the Irish Republican movement, engaged in political activism in Northern Ireland. Participated in the 1981 hunger strike at Long Kesh Prison, advocating for political status for Republican prisoners. Died after 61 days without food, becoming a symbol of the struggle for Irish nationalism and resistance against British rule.

Participated in the 1981 hunger strike

Advocated for political status for prisoners

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