Who was Patrick John Hillery?
Q: Who was Patrick John Hillery?
A: Patrick John Hillery was an Irish politician and the sixth President of Ireland from 1976 until 1990.
Q: Which political party did Patrick John Hillery belong to?
A: Patrick John Hillery belonged to the Fianna Fáil political party.
Q: When was Patrick John Hillery first elected as a TD?
A: Patrick John Hillery was first elected as a TD at the 1951 general election.
Q: What positions did Patrick John Hillery hold during his time in Dáil Éireann?
A: During his time in Dáil Éireann, Patrick John Hillery served as Minister for Education, Minister for Industry & Commerce, Minister for Labour, and Minister for External Affairs.
Q: Was Patrick John Hillery ever a European Commissioner?
A: Yes, Patrick John Hillery was Ireland's first European Commissioner, serving for three years until he became President in 1976.
Q: Did Patrick John Hillery ever face an election for the presidency in Ireland?
A: No, Patrick John Hillery never faced an election for the presidency because both times he ran for the position, he was unopposed.
Q: When did Patrick John Hillery pass away?
A: Patrick John Hillery passed away on April 12th, 2008.
