“The fierce pulsation of resurgent pride that disclaims servitude may one day cease to throb in the heart of Ireland - but the heart of Ireland will that day be dead. While Ireland lives, the brain and the brawn of her manhood will strive to destroy the last vestige of British rule in her territory”
Quote by Thomas MacDonagh
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Thomas MacDonagh
Thomas MacDonagh was an Irish poet born on February 1, 1878, and died on May 3, 1916. His poetry was deeply influenced by Irish nationalism and romanticism, and he was one of the key figures in the Irish Renaissance. more
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