James Fintan Lalor was an Irish nationalist and political activist born in 1807. He is best known for his advocacy of land reform and social justice in Ireland during the 19th century. Lalor believed in the rights of the Irish people to own their land and was a prominent figure in the struggle against British rule. Lalor's writings and speeches emphasized the importance of land ownership for the Irish peasantry. He was associated with the Young Ireland movement, which sought to promote Irish nationalism and cultural revival. His ideas influenced later movements, including the Land League, which aimed to improve conditions for tenant farmers in Ireland.