About Thomas Burke (Irish revolutionary and sportsman)
Thomas Burke (17 February 1894 - 26 August 1967) was an Irish revolutionary, sportsman and referee.
He spent time in 10 British prisons for his revolutionary activities as the founder of the Drogheda Volunteers and a courier for Michael Collins during the Irish revolutionary period.
Burke played intercounty Gaelic football for Louth and refereed the 1928 All-Ireland Senior Football Championship final.