Brian O'Higgins
Brian O'Higgins (Irish: Brian Ó hUigínn; 1 July 1882 – 10 March 1963), also known as Brian na Banban, was an Irish writer, poet, soldier and politician who was a founding member of Sinn Féin and served as President of the organisation from 1931 to 1933. He was a leading figure within 20th century Irish republicanism and was widely regarded for his literary abilities.
Brian O'Higgins | |
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O'Higgins, c. 1914 | |
| President of Sinn Féin | |
| In office 30 April 1931 – 1933 | |
| Vice President |
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| Preceded by | John J. O'Kelly |
| Succeeded by | Michael O'Flanagan |
| Leas-Cheann Comhairle of Dáil Éireann | |
| In office 26 August 1921 – 28 February 1922 | |
| Ceann Comhairle | Eoin MacNeill |
| Preceded by | John J. O'Kelly |
| Succeeded by | Pádraic Ó Máille |
| Teachta Dála | |
| In office May 1921 – June 1927 | |
| Constituency | Clare |
| In office December 1918 – May 1921 | |
| Constituency | Clare West |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1 July 1882 Kilskeer, County Meath, Ireland |
| Died | 10 March 1963 (aged 80) Clontarf, Dublin, Ireland |
| Political party | Sinn Féin |
| Spouse |
Anna Ní Chionnaigh
(m. 1908; died 1958) |
| Children | 7 |
| Occupation | Politician, writer and poet |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | |
| Years of service | 1913–1923 |
| Rank | Volunteer |
| Battles/wars | |
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