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A people desirous to preserve their freedom cannot be too jealous in watching the encroachment of a centralizing spirit.

William Smith O'Brien

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William Smith O'Brien (Liam Mac Gabhann Ó Briain; 17 October 1803 – 18 June 1864) was an Irish nationalist, a leader of the Young Ireland (Éire Óg) movement, and a founder of the Ossianic Society.

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Alternative Names: Liam Mac Gabhann Ó Briain • Liam Mac Gabhann O Briain • Hon. William Smith O'Brien • William O'Brien

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