Eamon De Valera at a march-past of troops of the Irish Free State, Dublin, c1934-1935. Artist: Unknown # 1156891

Eamon De Valera at a march-past of troops of the Irish Free State, Dublin, c1934-1935. Artist: Unknown

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Eamon De Valera taking the salute at a march-past of troops of the Irish Free State, Dublin, c1934-1935. American-born Irish statesman De Valera (1882-1975) fought for Irish independence, and became leader of Fianna Fail. He served as Prime Minister of Ireland, and was President from 1959 to 1973.