Éamon de Valera
Éamon de Valera was a prominent Irish politician and statesman who served several terms as Taoiseach and later as President of Ireland. A leading figure in the struggle for Irish independence, he was instrumental in the establishment of the Irish Free State. De Valera's political career spanned several decades, during which he shaped Irish policy and identity, often emphasizing a vision of a sovereign and independent Ireland.
Born on Oct 14, 1882 (144 years old)
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Denmark:
Éamon de Valera expressed condolences to the German representative in Dublin after Adolf Hitler's death.
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Ireland:
Éamon de Valera was referenced in the original lyrics of 'The Foggy Dew' but was later omitted.
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Ireland:
Éamon de Valera believed that Ireland was a beacon to a fallen world.
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Ireland:
Éamon de Valera made an annual two-night stay at Sunville House.
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Ireland:
Éamon de Valera famously won a by-election in Doonbeg in 1917.
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Ireland:
Éamon de Valera gave a famous speech that conjured up an idealized vision of Ireland.
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Ireland:
Éamon de Valera maintained a dignified silence on politics after a speech at Boland’s Mill on his final day in office.
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Ireland:
Éamon de Valera's Constitution was seen by Lemass as needing modernization.
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Ireland:
Éamon de Valera was consulted widely by the constitutional adviser BN Rau regarding the Indian constitution.
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Ireland:
Nixon stood up through the sunroof of his car, the better to soak up the vibes, when he was pelted with eggs on no less than three separate occasions by people protesting his waging an imperialist war in Vietnam.
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