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Constance Markievicz

(1868–1927) Politician Irish Republic

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Constance Markievicz was a politician from Irish Republic, best known for Prison letters of Countess Markievicz.

Quick Facts About Constance Markievicz

Born
February 4, 1868
Died
July 15, 1927
Nationality
Irish Republic
Profession
Politician
Notable works
Prison letters of Countess Markievicz
Spouse
Casimir Markievicz

About Constance Markievicz

Constance Georgine Markievicz, also known as Countess Markievicz and Madame Markievicz, was an Irish revolutionary nationalist politician, suffragist and socialist who was the first woman elected to the Parliament of the United Kingdom. Born in London, she came from the Anglo-Irish Protestant landowning elite, which she abandoned in favour of Irish independence and social reform.

Biography source: Wikipedia

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