John A Costello
John A Costello was an Irish politician who served as Taoiseach in the 1940s and 1950s. He was the attorney-general during the 1948 government formation talks, stepping into the role of Taoiseach after Richard Mulcahy conceded the position. Costello's leadership was characterized by efforts to create a coalition government that marked a significant shift in Irish politics away from the dominance of Fianna Fáil.
Born on Jun 20, 1891 (134 years old)
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John A Costello is described as a kind and devout Catholic who was reluctant to take on the taoiseach’s job.
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John A Costello is mentioned as a former taoiseach who represented Winston Churchill in a libel case.
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David McCullagh has also written about John A Costello, another former taoiseach.
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John A Costello served as taoiseach from 1948 to 1951 and from 1954 to 1957.
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John A Costello expressed anxiety about a potential clash between the president and the Government.
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John A Costello was a Fine Gael politician who cross-examined Kavanagh during a libel case.
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John A Costello praised many aspects of the Bill during Dáil debates.
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John A Costello was the Taoiseach of Ireland who emphasized the importance of Ireland's impact on the world during his visit to the United States in 1956.
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John A Costello became taoiseach after Richard Mulcahy stepped aside.
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