Daniel O’Connell

Daniel O’Connell

politician Ireland

Daniel O’Connell (1775-1847) was an Irish political leader and lawyer, known as 'The Liberator' for his role in advocating for Catholic emancipation in Ireland. He founded the Catholic Association in 1823, which campaigned for the rights of Catholics to sit in the British Parliament. O’Connell was a prominent figure in the movement for Irish self-governance and played a crucial role in mobilizing public support for political reform. His efforts culminated in the passage of the Catholic Relief Act in 1829, which allowed Catholics to enter Parliament. O’Connell's legacy is marked by his commitment to nonviolent protest and his significant influence on Irish nationalism.

Born on May 06, 1775 (250 years old)

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Ireland Ireland: The Christmas market was proposed for the area around the statue of Daniel O’Connell. 5

John Moran Pat Daly Heather Humphreys Catherine Connolly Robin Swann
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Christmas is cancelled as Limerick mayor says market not good enough – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: O’Connell, known as the Liberator, had a significant impact on Irish history. 8

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The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Ireland’s deep cultural connections with the French capital and France itself – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Daniel O’Connell supporters smashed Guinness casks with sledges. 5

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The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Arthur Edward Guinness gives a sober account of his family’s history – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Daniel O’Connell spoke for over an hour, and his speech was described by Douglass as powerful and majestic. 8

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The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Anti-slavery campaigner Frederick Douglass and his connections to Daniel O’Connell and Ireland – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Daniel O’Connell's 250th anniversary of birth was marked with a stamp that drew attention for its design. 5

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The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: An Post omits Brian McFadden from Westlife stamp – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Newman faces the same modern Irish attitudes toward Catholicism as Daniel O’Connell. 6

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The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Ireland is in an adolescent stage where everything that smacks of Old Ireland is embarrassing – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Daniel O’Connell is commemorated for his role as a leader in the fight for Catholic emancipation and his complicated legacy in Irish politics. 6

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The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: A ‘coward’ with a complicated legacy – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Daniel O’Connell was a champion of the rights of Irish Catholics and fought for universal liberty, making him an inspirational figure. 9

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The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: The parallels between Nelson Mandela and Daniel O’Connell are many – The Irish Times

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Daniel O’Connell, known as 'the Liberator' of Ireland, is commemorated for his role in securing Catholic emancipation and leading Irish nationalism. 9

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The Guardian: Anniversary of birth of Irish hero Daniel O’Connell rekindles mystery of missing heart | Ireland

Ireland Ireland: Daniel O’Connell is hailed a hero for his Catholic emancipation campaign and is considered an inspiration for oppressed communities worldwide. 9

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The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: No Irish leader exerted as much global influence as Daniel O’Connell, commemoration hears – The Irish Times