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Gerry Lennon

1907 – 1976

Northern Irish politician

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About Gerry Lennon

Lived 1907 – 1976 (aged 68–69). Gerry Lennon was a British politician and solicitor.

James Gerrard Lennon (1907–February 1976), known as Gerry Lennon, was a solicitor and Irish nationalist politician.

Lennon stood unsuccessfully for the National League of the North in South Armagh at the 1933 Northern Ireland general election. In 1944, he was appointed to the Senate of Northern Ireland, serving as a Senator until the body was prorogued in 1972. From 1948 until 1950, he served as a Deputy Speaker.

He was active in the Irish Anti-Partition League, and in 1951 became the Vice President of the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH), serving until 1975. From 1962 to 63, he participated in the "Orange and Green" talks with George Clark, Grand Master of the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland.

In 1965, Lennon became the Nationalist leader in the Senate, and in 1975 he became the President of the AOH.

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Important facts

Born
1907
Birth century
Died
1976
Positions held
Member of the Senate of Northern Ireland
Also known as
James Gerrard Lennon

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gerry Lennon?

Northern Irish politician (1907-1976)

When was Gerry Lennon born?

Gerry Lennon was born in 1907.

When did Gerry Lennon die?

Gerry Lennon died in 1976.

What was Gerry Lennon's occupation?

Gerry Lennon was a politician and solicitor.

What nationality was Gerry Lennon?

Gerry Lennon was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gerry Lennon

· Wikidata: Q5552839

· DBpedia: Gerry Lennon

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