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Eamon De Valera was one of the leaders of the 1916 Easter rising. He was imprisoned afterwards and sentenced to death by the British government, but was later released because he was an American and the USA threatened to switch sides in the Great War (WW1) if he was executed. He escaped from prison in 1917 and was elected leader of the Sinn Fein party.
In 1918, he was the founding leader of the 'Dial Eireann', the 1st independent government of Ireland. However in 1919 the Dial was made illegal by the British government, and De Valera was imprisoned.
Later in 1920-1921 De Valera was one of the Irish leaders during the Anglo-Irish War. When the treaty was signed in 1921 partitioning Southern Ireland and Ulster, De Valera was completely opposed to this. He formed a separate group with some supporting members of Sinn Fein who also opposed the Treaty called the Irregulars.
In 1922, civil war broke out between the Irregulars and the 'Free Staters'. The Free Staters were those who supported the signing of the Treaty. De Valera lead the Irregulars throughout that entire war.
Finally, when Free State Ireland was established, De Valera was elected Prime Minister of Ireland in 1932, 1951, 1957, and President of Ireland in 1959 until he retired in 1973.
Eamon de Valera became famous for his prominent role in the Irish struggle for independence from British rule. He played a key role in drafting and negotiating the Anglo-Irish Treaty that led to the creation of the Irish Free State. De Valera's subsequent leadership as Taoiseach (Prime Minister) and President of Ireland further solidified his fame and influence in Irish politics.
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What is the birth name of Eamon de Valera?
Eamon de Valera's birth name is Edward George de Valera.
What nicknames did Eamon de Valera go by?
Eamon de Valera was known as Dev and also as The Long Fellow.
Was Eamon de Valera blind?
No.
Where was Eamon de Valera born?
Éamon de Valera was born in New York city
Was Micheal Collins betrayed by eamon de valera?
Yes.
What is the birth name of Eamon de Valera?
Eamon de Valera's birth name is Edward George de Valera.
What nicknames did Eamon de Valera go by?
Eamon de Valera was known as Dev and also as The Long Fellow.
What is Eamon de Valera's full name?
Éamon de Valera
Was Eamon de Valera blind?
No.
Who was the taoiseach in 1939?
Eamon De Valera.
Where was Eamon de Valera born?
Éamon de Valera was born in New York city
Was Micheal Collins betrayed by eamon de valera?
Yes.
What subject was Eamon DE Valera professor of?
He was a professor of Maths.
Who were Michael Collins and Eamon de Valera?
Michael Collins was the military leader of the IRA while Eamon de Valera was the political leader of the IRA's political wing: Sinn Fein.
Who was Eamon De Valera and what country was he prime minister of?
Eamon De Valera was a famous revolutionary and politician in Ireland. He was never prime minister, but held the corresponding role in Ireland which was called President of the Executive Council and later renamed as Taoiseach. He also became the president of Ireland.
IS Eamon de Valera an Irish Hero?
In my opinion, I somewhat do think so, however I also do not. I believe de Valera made a great number of contributions to freeing Ireland, but these were not on the battlefield but more strategic plans. I myself am a big Michael Collins fan and de Valera let Michael Collins take the blame for a lot which left a bad taste in my mouth for Eamon de Valera. However the question is, is Eamon de Valera an Irish Hero, and the Answer is Yes, yes he is
Who was the president in Ireland in 1960?
Eamon De Valera (1959 - 1973)
