First hunger strike in Maze/Long Kesh ends without deaths but sets stage for 1981
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The Maze/Long Kesh Hunger Strike of 1980
The year 1980 marked a significant event in the history of Northern Ireland, with the first hunger strike in Maze/Long Kesh prison. The strike, which ended without any deaths, was a protest against the British government's refusal to grant special category status to Irish Republican prisoners.
The hunger strike was a turning point in the conflict, setting the stage for the more deadly hunger strikes of 1981. It brought international attention to the plight of the prisoners and the broader political conflict in Northern Ireland.
Statistics
| Number of Participants | Duration | Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | 53 days | 0 |
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