Brother Hibernians and Brother Paratroopers. LTC (Ret) Cole Slattery, past President of the Col. Thomas J. Cunningham Jr. Div., Loudoun County, VA (Left) and MAJ (Ret) Keith Kettell, current President of the Herbert /Cady Div. Alexandria. VA (Right), stand proudly before the St. Patrick’s Day parade in Old Town Alexandria in early March and meet up again in late March in Palatka, FL to close out Irish American Heritage month by jumping from the 80-year-old C-47, Tico Bell. The storied aircraft … Read More .... about AOH Army Veterans – Commemorative Jump
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Good Friday Agreement Anniversary Calls for Renewed US Commitment
As President Biden arrives in Ireland to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement, we recognize the tremendous progress that has … [Read More...] about Good Friday Agreement Anniversary Calls for Renewed US Commitment
Forgotten Patriot: The Courageous Story and Legacy of Commodore John Barry
Did you know that the first flag officer and founder of the United States Navy was an Irishman? His name was John Barry and Dr. Benjamin … [Read More...] about Forgotten Patriot: The Courageous Story and Legacy of Commodore John Barry
The Grand Old Man of Baseball: The Enduring Legacy of Connie Mack
Baseball is a sport built for superlatives and appellations; with every passing season, another member of the sport seems to be bestowed the … [Read More...] about The Grand Old Man of Baseball: The Enduring Legacy of Connie Mack
“Our Last Hero”: the Incredible Story of “Wild Bill” Donovan
At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, for the first time in over four years, the guns fell silent across the … [Read More...] about “Our Last Hero”: the Incredible Story of “Wild Bill” Donovan
The Chaplain’s Corner
Respect Life Month – October 2022
As we enter the month of October, designated by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops as Respect Life Month, with Sunday, October 2 designated Respect Life Sunday, perhaps it might benefit all of us if we … [Read More...] about Respect Life Month – October 2022
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Macte Virtute! – “Increase Excellence”
Its official, National Board transition is finished. Our AOH leadership team completed their second Digest article, several national board meetings, several committee meetings, multiple state president meetings, and … [Read More...] about Macte Virtute! – “Increase Excellence”
Catholic Calendar
Catholic Calendar – March 2023
Catholic Action To All Hibernians: The entire month of March falls within Lent this year. The liturgical color for Lent is violet, except that rose may be worn on the Fourth Sunday, Laetare Sunday (March 19). … [Read More...] about Catholic Calendar – March 2023
Historical Happenings
The First JFK Medal
The AOH and LAOH honored legendary Pittsburgh Steeler and inspirational veteran advocate Rocky Bleier with the JFK Memorial Medal at the recent convention in in Pittsburgh. AOH National President Daniel J. … [Read More...] about The First JFK Medal