What organization was founded by Larkin in Dublin?
Irish Transport and General Workers' Union
Dublin Craftsmen Union
Dublin Teachers Union
Dublin Electricians Union
Answer
James Larkin founded the Irish Transport and General Workers' Union in Dublin in 1908. The union was formed to represent workers in the transport sector, including tram drivers, dockers, and railway workers. Larkin was a charismatic and effective leader, and the union grew rapidly under his leadership. The union was a key player in the Irish trade union movement, and played a major role in the struggle for Irish independence.
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