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“If there is to be any hope of prosperity for this country it is by reversing that policy which made us simply the kitchen garden for supplying the British with cheap food.”

Quote by Eamon de Valera

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Eamon de Valera

Former President of Ireland, politician, lawyer, and educator. Eamon de Valera played a key role in the Irish independence movement and served as Prime Minister of Ireland four times. He had a significant impact on Irish political and social life. more

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