Bobby Sands

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Bobby Sands was a notable figure in the Irish republican movement and a member of the Provisional Irish Republican Army (IRA). He became widely recognized for his role in the 1981 hunger strike, where he and other prisoners protested against the British government's treatment of Irish political prisoners. Sands's activism stemmed from his strong belief in Irish nationalism and self-determination, which he articulated through his writings and political actions during his time in prison. His hunger strike garnered international attention and highlighted the plight of political prisoners in Northern Ireland, making him a symbol of resistance for many.