They were two women in a crowd, neither famous nor powerful.But their joyful embrace embodied a moment few had believed possible: peace in Northern Ireland.It was Saturday 23 May 1998 and the result of a referendum on the Good Friday agreement had just been announced.Setting aside fears and uncertainties, 71% of the population had voted in favour.
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