Description: (Military Leader)
Cathal Goulding was a leading figure in Irish Republicanism, holding the position of Chief of Staff in both the Irish Republican Army (IRA) and the Official IRA. He was instrumental in shaping the political and military tactics of these groups, promoting a socialist perspective within the Irish nationalist movement. Goulding actively participated in the Northern Ireland civil rights movement and worked to redirect the IRA's attention towards social causes and grassroots initiatives.