Historical Events tagged with "sinn féin"

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Social Movements & Civil Rights

Women Protest Sinn Féin Offices in Derry

May 22nd, 1972 52 years ago

In Derry, Northern Ireland, over 400 women staged a protest by attacking the offices of Sinn Féin. This demonstration was fueled by the recent shooting of a young British soldier on leave by the Irish Republican Army, which heightened tensions in the community. The women's actions highlighted their anger and discontent regarding the violence occurring in their neighborhoods, showcasing a rare moment of public dissent against the politics of the time.

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Politics & Government

Arthur Griffith establishes Sinn Féin party

November 28th, 1905 119 years ago

Arthur Griffith founded Sinn Féin in Dublin, aiming to establish a dual monarchy in Ireland akin to that of Austria-Hungary, advocating for Irish self-governance and rights. The party sought to align nationalists and promote the idea of an independent Irish state while maintaining a relationship with the British monarchy.

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