Ian Paisley

Ian Paisley was a prominent Northern Irish politician and religious leader, known for his strong Unionist views—advocating for Northern Ireland to remain part of the United Kingdom. A preacher and founder of the Protestant fundamentalist movement, he led the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP). Paisley was influential in both religious and political spheres, often opposing Irish nationalism and Republicanism. Over his career, he shifted from being a hardline opponent of peace agreements to playing a key role in the Northern Ireland peace process, serving as First Minister of Northern Ireland from 2007 to 2008.