Liam Cosgrave was an Irish politician who served as the Taoiseach, or Prime Minister, of Ireland from 1973 to 1977. He was a member of the Fine Gael party and played a significant role in Irish politics during his career. Cosgrave was known for his leadership during a time of economic challenges and political change in Ireland. Born on April 6, 1920, in Dublin, Cosgrave was the son of a prominent politician, William Cosgrave, who was the first Taoiseach of Ireland. After his term as Taoiseach, Liam Cosgrave continued to be active in politics and served in various capacities until his retirement. He passed away on October 4, 2023.