Richard Mulcahy
Richard Mulcahy was a prominent Irish nationalist leader, best known for his role as the commander-in-chief of the IRA during the War of Independence and later as the commander-in-chief of the National Army during the Irish Civil War. He played a significant role in shaping early 20th-century Irish politics, serving as a minister in various Free State governments and eventually becoming the leader of Fine Gael in 1944. Mulcahy is also noted for his efforts to promote an alternative to Fianna Fáil during the government formation talks in 1948, enhancing democratic processes in Ireland.
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Josephine Mary “Min” was Seán MacDiarmada’s fiancee and later married General Richard Mulcahy.
the most influential minister not to have become taoiseach – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-28
Richard Mulcahy was the obvious candidate for taoiseach but was unacceptable to Seán MacBride.
Edwardian home once owned by former taoiseach at Herbert Park for €4m – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-16
Richard Mulcahy is the grandson of the commander and has fond memories of growing up in the Cow House.
Cow house turned stylish city mews in Rathmines for €745,000 – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-03
Richard Mulcahy was named in the inquest verdict regarding the murder of Capt Kennefick.
Family of murdered anti-Treaty officer calls for State apology over death 103 years ago – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-09
Richard Mulcahy had to rapidly shape an insurgent IRA force which relied on guerrilla warfare into a standing army capable of fighting and winning a civil war.
‘Ireland has to be able to provide a defence to repel any initial invasion’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-30
My campaign team led by Richard Mulcahy formed a shield around me.
Joan Freeman on her bruising presidential election – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-23
Richard Mulcahy played a pivotal role in the cabinet discussions about the powers to order executions as both Commander in Chief of the national army and minister for defence.
Ministerial overload isn’t going to solve our problems. Neither is Civil Service squeeze – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-14
Richard Mulcahy was a key figure in the formation of the first inter-party government in Ireland in 1948.
Mulcahy’s push for alternative to Fianna Fáil in 1948 government talks ‘enhanced democracy’, UCD event told – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-12
