Billy McKee | |
|---|---|
| Personal details | |
| Born | 12 November 1921 Belfast, Northern Ireland |
| Died | 11 June 2019 (aged 97) Belfast, Northern Ireland |
| Resting place | Milltown Cemetery |
| Political party | Republican Sinn Féin (from 1986) Sinn Féin (before 1986) |
| Known for | Founding and leading the Provisional IRA |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Irish Republic |
| Branch/service | Fianna Éireann (1936–1939)
Irish Republican Army (1939–1969) Provisional IRA (1969–1977) |
| Rank | Officer Commanding |
| Unit | Belfast Brigade |
| Battles/wars | |
Billy McKee (Irish: Liam Mac Aoidh;[1] 12 November 1921 – 11 June 2019) was an Irish republican and a founding member and leader of the Provisional Irish Republican Army.[2]