James Larkin, a distinguished trade unionist, was born on January 21, 1876, and passed away on January 30, 1947. He is renowned for his leadership in the trade union movements in Ireland and the United Kingdom, particularly for his efforts in promoting workers' rights and improving working conditions.
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“I am careful about my conduct because I know this cause requires clean men.”
Source: In the footsteps of Big Jim: a family biography
“We are now on the threshold of a newer movement, with a newer hope and a new inspiration.”
“I never stood in a public house bar and alcoholic drink never touched my lips.”
Source: In the footsteps of Big Jim: a family biography
“Stop at home. Arm for Ireland. Fight for Ireland and no other land.”
“I have tried to kill sectarianism, whether in Catholics or Protestants.”
“Those who want to divide the workers have resorted to the foulest methods.”
“There must be freedom for all to live, to think, to worship, no book, no avenue must be closed.”
Source: In the footsteps of Big Jim: a family biography
Source: In the footsteps of Big Jim: a family biography