Message of condolence on the death of Garret FitzGerald

Published 18/05/2011

The following message was sent by The Queen to The President of Ireland following the death of Garret FitzGerald:

Farmleigh, 19th May 2011

I was saddened to hear this morning's news of the death of Garret FitzGerald. A true statesman, he made a lasting contribution to peace and will be greatly missed. Please will you convey my sincere condolences to his family.

ELIZABETH R.

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