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
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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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