What is recorded here
Joe McCartin was born on 24 April 1939 at Aughnasheelan, Ballinamore, County Leitrim. He became a prominent Fine Gael politician, serving as a Senator, Teachta Dála, and Member of the European Parliament for Connacht-Ulster until 2004. Before politics, he and his brother Tommy built the McCartin Bros group into the largest employers in Leitrim through diverse businesses including farming and manufacturing.
Why this person is known: Irish politician
- Birthplace
- County Leitrim
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