James Fearon (trade unionist)
James Fearon | |
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| Born | July 29, 1874 Newry, County Down, Ireland |
| Died | 24 October 1924 (aged 50) Glasgow, Scotland |
| Nationality | Irish |
| Occupation(s) | Trade unionist, socialist activist |
| Known for | Founding member and first Vice President of the Irish Transport and General Workers’ Union |
James Fearon (29 July 1874 – 24 October 1924) was an Irish trade unionist and socialist activist, best known as one of the founding figures of the Irish Transport and General Workers' Union (ITGWU). Often referred to as "the third James", alongside James Larkin and James Connolly, Fearon played a prominent role in organising unskilled labourers in both Ireland and Scotland during the early 20th century.