Ruairí Ó Brádaigh
Irish republican activist and politician
Born
1932
94 years ago
Died
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Ireland
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A prominent figure in Irish republicanism, played a leading role in the political landscape of Northern Ireland. Served as the president of the Provisional Irish Republican Army from 1969 to 1972 and was a key strategist during the Troubles. In 1986, he became one of the founders of the All-Party Negotiating Team for Talks on Northern Ireland. Elected to Dáil Éireann, advocating for a united Ireland and worked within various republican organizations throughout the decades. His tenure was marked by his commitment to the republican cause and his influence on political discourse within Ireland.
Served as president of the Provisional IRA
Elected to Dáil Éireann
Co-founded the All-Party Negotiating Team for Talks on Northern Ireland
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