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James McSparran

1892 – 1970

Irish nationalist politician

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Lived 1892 – 1970 (aged 77). James McSparran was a politician and barrister.

James McSparran QC (1 May 1892 – 15 April 1970), was an Irish barrister and nationalist politician.

McSparran was born in Glasgow to an Irish family He studied at St Mungo's Academy, Glasgow, then St Malachy's College in Belfast, Queen's University of Belfast, and the National University of Ireland.

McSparran was called to the Irish Bar in 1916, and later became a King's Counsel.

Political career At the 1945 Northern Ireland general election, McSparran was elected for the Nationalist Party in Mourne: during his own campaign McSparran emphasised the need for northern nationalists to unite to help themselves, as well as promoting their aim to end partition.

He immediately became the Chairman of the Nationalist Party at Stormont, and was the founding Chairman of the Anti-Partition of Ireland League. In 1953, he became instead the President of the League, and in 1958, he stood down from Parliament and his position as Chairman of the Nationalist Party in order to concentrate on his legal career.

An avid Glasgow Celtic fan, he died in Hampden Park as he watched the European Cup semi-final between Glasgow Celtic and Leeds United.

His son, James D. McSparran KC also practised at the Northern Ireland Bar.

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Important facts

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Birth century
Education
Queen's University Belfast, St Mungo's Academy
Positions held
Member of the Parliament of Northern Ireland

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Frequently asked questions

Who was James McSparran?

Irish nationalist politician (1892–1970)

When was James McSparran born?

James McSparran was born on 1 May 1892.

When did James McSparran die?

James McSparran died on 15 April 1970.

What was James McSparran's occupation?

James McSparran was a politician and barrister.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James McSparran

· Wikidata: Q6139569

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