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“There is not a single injustice in Northern Ireland that is worth the loss of a single British soldier or a single Irish citizen either.”

Quote by James Callaghan

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James Callaghan

James Callaghan, a former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, was born on March 27, 1912, and passed away on March 26, 2005. He was a prominent political figure in the UK, known for his steady leadership style and pragmatic political philosophy. more

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