JOURNAL ARTICLE

OWEN SHEEHY SKEFFINGTON: AND THE BIRTH OF LIBERAL IRELAND.

  • Published In: History Ireland, 2024, v. 32, n. 2. P. 48 1 of 3

  • Database: Historical Abstracts with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Girvin, Brian 3 of 3

Abstract

This document provides an overview of Owen Sheehy Skeffington's significant contributions to liberalism in Ireland from the 1940s to the 1960s. Born into a radical family, Sheehy Skeffington was a vocal advocate for civil liberties, challenging the influence of the Catholic Church and defending minority and individual rights. He played a key role in establishing the Irish Association for Civil Liberties, which aimed to protect the rule of law and civil liberties in Ireland. Sheehy Skeffington's support for non-denominational education, reform of censorship, and opposition to corporal punishment in schools garnered both support and criticism. Despite this, he remained committed to progressive change until his death in 1970. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:History Ireland. 2024/03, Vol. 32, Issue 2, p48
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Politics and Government
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0791-8224
  • Accession Number:175883176
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