Michael Davitt

Broschiertes Buch

The fall of feudalism in Ireland; or, The story of the land league revolution

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Autor

Michael Davitt was an Irish republican activist, renowned for his work advocating for Home Rule and land reform in Ireland. Born on March 25, 1846, in Strade, Ireland, Davitt's early life was marked by hardship, including a traumatic eviction at the age of four, which led his family to migrate to England. His personal experiences with injustice fueled his lifelong commitment to social and political causes. Davitt became a significant figure in the Irish nationalist movement, particularly known for founding the Irish National Land League in 1879, which sought to address land ownership issues and improve the living conditions of Irish tenants. His activism extended beyond Ireland, and he worked to gain international attention for the plight of the Irish people. Davitt was also a vocal advocate for the rights of workers and was involved in various social reform movements. His contributions to Irish political life were pivotal, and he left behind a legacy as a passionate champion of justice, equality, and national sovereignty. Davitt passed away on May 30, 1906, in Dublin, leaving a lasting impact on Irish history.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Alpha Editions
• Seitenzahl: 774
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. Mai 2019
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 45mm
• Gewicht: 1073g
• ISBN-13: 9789353703981
• ISBN-10: 9353703980
• Artikelnr.: 56986352