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Maud Gonne - a veteran in the Republican cause
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Maud Gonne - a veteran in the Republican cause
Maude Gonne, elderly mother of Sean MacBride, Eires Foreign Minister, supported by Mrs MacBride and her son, Tiernan MacBride, as she appeared in Dublin for the Independence Day celebrations. Maud Gonne, stormy and patriotic petrel of Irish politics, was the inspiration of W.B. Yeats " Kathleen na Houlihan".
1949
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In this poignant image captured during the Independence Day celebrations in Dublin in 1949, Maud Gonne, an indomitable figure in Irish politics, is seen surrounded by her family as she makes a rare public appearance. Maud Gonne, then an elderly woman, was a veteran in the Republican cause and a source of inspiration for W.B. Yeats' iconic character "Kathleen ni Houlihan." Her stormy and patriotic spirit had long been a beacon for Irish nationalists, and her unwavering dedication to the cause had earned her a place in Irish history. Maud Gonne is depicted here with her son, Tiernan MacBride, and her daughter-in-law, Mrs. MacBride, as they join in the festivities marking Ireland's hard-won independence. The image captures the deep sense of pride and determination that defined Maud Gonne's life, as well as the enduring legacy of her activism. Born in 1866, Maud Gonne was a force to be reckoned with in Irish politics. She was a founding member of the Irish National League and played a key role in the Irish Nationalist movement. Her activism extended beyond Ireland's borders, as she traveled to Europe to rally support for Irish independence and even met with leaders like Lenin and Mussolini. Despite her advanced age, Maud Gonne remained an active and influential figure in Irish politics up until her death in 1953. Her legacy continues to inspire generations of Irish nationalists, and her unwavering commitment to the cause of Irish independence remains a source of pride for the Irish people. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the indomitable spirit of Maud Gonne and the enduring power of the Irish Republic she fought so tirelessly to achieve.
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