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“Judged by the law of England, I know this crime entails upon me the penalty of death; but the history of Ireland explains that crime and justifies it.”

Quote by Thomas Francis Meagher

Book:Speeches on the Legislative Independence of Ireland

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Speeches on the Legislative Independence of Ireland

This book compiles speeches that focus on the political autonomy and legislative independence of Ireland. more

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Thomas Francis Meagher

Thomas Francis Meagher, born on August 3, 1823, and died on July 1, 1867, was an Irish nationalist and political leader. He was an influential orator and writer, and played a significant role in the American Civil War as a Union Army general. His contributions to the Irish nationalist movement and his impact on Irish and American history are notable. more

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