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William O'Brien: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is William O'Brien? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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William O'Brien (2 October 1852 – 25 February 1928) was an Irish nationalist, journalist, agrarian agitator, social revolutionary, politician, party leader, newspaper publisher, author and Member of Parliament (MP) in the House of Commons of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. He was particularly associated with the campaigns for land reform in Ireland during the late 19th and early 20th centuries as well as his conciliatory approach to attaining Irish Home Rule.

Quick facts about William O'Brien

  • Full name: William O'Brien
  • Born: 1852-10-02
  • Nationality: Irish Free State
  • Known as: Author
  • Wikidata ID: Q246726

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Who is William O'Brien?

William O'Brien (2 October 1852 – 25 February 1928) was an Irish nationalist, journalist, agrarian agitator, social revolutionary, politician, party leader, newspaper publisher, author and Member of Parliament (MP) in the House of Commons of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland.

What nationality is William O'Brien?

William O'Brien is Irish Free State.

When was William O'Brien born?

William O'Brien was born on 1852-10-02.

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