Constance Markievicz was an Irish politician, revolutionary, and suffragette born on February 4, 1868. She was a prominent figure in the Easter Rising of 1916, where she served as a leader in the Irish Citizen Army. Markievicz was the first woman elected to the British Parliament in 1918, although she did not take her seat, choosing instead to support the Irish Republic. Markievicz was known for her commitment to social justice and women's rights. She was a member of the Sinn Féin party and later served as the Minister for Labour in the Irish Free State. Her legacy continues to inspire many in the fields of politics and activism.