Seán Lemass
Irish politician and 4th Taoiseach
Born
July 15th, 1899
125 years ago
Died
1971
54 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Ireland
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Served as the 4th Taoiseach of Ireland from 1959 to 1966. Played a significant role in reshaping the Irish economy during the 1960s. Initiated policies that emphasized modernizing industry and promoting foreign investment. Implemented a program of economic reforms that aimed at increasing living standards.
Served as Taoiseach from 1959 to 1966
Launched significant economic reforms in Ireland
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