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Florida’s Irish General

Posted on March 16, 2019 by Phill Greenwalt

When the words “Irish” and “Confederate general” are spoken most students of the war immediately think of Patrick Ronayne Cleburne, the “Stonewall of the West” who was killed in action at the Battle of Franklin in November 1864. There were … Continue reading →

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Thinking About The Irish Brigade At Antietam

Posted on March 17, 2017 by Sarah Kay Bierle

Today is St. Patrick’s Day, a day many folks find something from Ireland to enjoy. I have two traditions on the unofficial holiday: wear a little green and remember the Irish-American contributions during the Civil War. Last year, I wrote … Continue reading →

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Question of the Week: 3/13-3/19/17

Posted on March 13, 2017 by Emerging Civil War

With St. Patrick’s Day coming up this week, we thought it’d be a good time to ask… Do you have a favorite Irish-American regiment, commander, or soldier from the Civil War?

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