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Eamonn O'Neill

1882 – 1954

Irish politician

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Lived 1882 – 1954 (aged 71–72). Eamonn O'Neill was an Irish politician.

Eamonn O'Neill (1882 – 3 November 1954) was an Irish businessman, Cumann na nGaedheal and later Fine Gael politician.

Born in Kinsale in 1882, O'Neill was the son of James O'Neill, a Kinsale merchant and member of the first Cork County Council. He was educated at the Christian Brothers School in Youghal, the Presentation Brothers School in Kinsale, Mungret College, and the Royal University of Ireland, where he was awarded a B.A. degree in 1901.

He inherited his father's business in Kinsale. He was one of the founders of the Irish Master Bakers' Association. He campaigned to have electricity brought to Kinsale, and succeeded in 1920. From 1925 to 1928 he served on Cork County Council. He and Rev. Patrick MacSwiney, curate in Kinsale from 1927 to 1940, supported each other in their endeavours to improve the economic, social and cultural situation in the depressed town. He was re-elected at the next three general elections, before losing his seat at the 1943 general election to the Clann na Talmhan candidate Patrick O'Driscoll. He served as Leas-Cheann Comhairle from May 1939 to May 1943.

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Important facts

Born
1882, Kinsale
Birth century
Occupation
Education
Royal University of Ireland
Positions held
Teachta Dála, Leas-Cheann Comhairle

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Eamonn O'Neill?

Irish politician (1882-1954)

When was Eamonn O'Neill born?

Eamonn O'Neill was born in 1882 in Kinsale.

When did Eamonn O'Neill die?

Eamonn O'Neill died on 3 November 1954.

What was Eamonn O'Neill's occupation?

Eamonn O'Neill was a politician.

What nationality was Eamonn O'Neill?

Eamonn O'Neill was Irish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Eamonn O'Neill

· Wikidata: Q5325591

· DBpedia: Eamonn O'Neill

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