National Archives 1984: Reagan visit was a focus of protests
“There is nothing Nancy and I would like to do more than visit your country,” the president replied. “When my schedule allows it, you can be sure that I will take you up on your kind invitation.”
The Haughey government collapsed before the end of the year following a series of “gubus”. FitzGerald was back in office by the time Reagan was ready to come to Ireland. In the wake of the successful visit to the US around St Patrick’s Day 1984, intense preparations were put in train for the Reagan visit to Ireland.
