Jim Larkin
James Larkin, commonly referred to as Jim Larkin, was a prominent Irish trade union leader and socialist activist in the early 20th century. He is best known for founding the Irish Transport and General Workers' Union and for his role in the 1913 Dublin Lock-out, which was a major industrial dispute. Larkin’s advocacy for workers' rights and social justice positioned him as a key figure in Irish labor history, and he inspired future generations of activists.
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Jim Larkin is described as a hero of the Dublin working-class.
Fintan O’Toole on the commodification of Crumlin – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-11-15
Jim Larkin was the founder of the ITGWU and a significant figure in Des Geraghty's family background.
‘The real problem in fascism is the people who are insecure’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-02
Jim Larkin was a candidate who received support from the de Courcy Irelands during electoral pressure on Fianna Fáil.
John Mulqueen on a man who highlighted our neglect of maritime heritage – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-28
