John Martin
(1812-1875)

patriot and writer

Died aged c. 63

John Martin (8 September 1812 – 29 March 1875) was an Irish nationalist activist who shifted from early militant support for Young Ireland and Repeal, to non-violent alternatives such as support for tenant farmers' rights and eventually as the first Home Rule MP, for Meath 1871–1875.

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Patriots and writers John Mitchel 1815-1875 lived here John Martin 1812-1875 died here

Ivy Brook Lodge, Drumalane Road, Newry, United Kingdom where they died (1875)