Brian Cowen
Irish politician
1960 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
Irish politician
Born
January 10, 1960
Age
~66 years
Name Origin
English
Timeline
lawyer, politician, diplomat
IrelandBorn in Tullamore
1960
Born in Tullamore (1960-01-10)
1984
PositionTeachta Dála (1984–1987)
1987
PositionTeachta Dála (1987–1989)
1989
PositionTeachta Dála (1989–1992)
1992
PositionTeachta Dála (1992–1997)
1992
PositionMinister for Labour (1992–1993)
About
Brian Bernard Cowen is an Irish former politician who served as Taoiseach and Leader of Fianna Fáil from 2008 to 2011. Cowen served as a TD for the constituency of Laois–Offaly from 1984 to 2011 and served in several ministerial roles between 1992 and 2011, including as Minister for Finance from 2004 to 2008 and Tánaiste from 2007 to 2008.
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Who is Brian Cowen?+
Brian Bernard Cowen is an Irish former politician who served as Taoiseach and Leader of Fianna Fáil from 2008 to 2011. Cowen served as a TD for the constituency of Laois–Offaly from 1984 to 2011 and served in several ministerial roles between 1992 and 2011, including as Minister for Finance from 200
What does the name Brian mean?+
The name Brian means "A male given name from Irish.. Etymology: Brian. Brendan.". It is of English origin.
When was Brian Cowen born?+
Brian Cowen was born on January 10, 1960.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Irish.. Etymology: Brian. Brendan.
The name Brian is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from Irish.. Etymology: Brian. Brendan.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Brian — January 10, 1960
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Rat
Quick-witted, resourceful, versatile
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Imix
Dragon — creation, primordial energy
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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History will judge, but I won't forget.
— a citizen
Legend.
— anon
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