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Irish American Heritage Month: Patrick Gallagher, USMC

March 31, 2022 By Neil Cosgrove

Patrick Gallagher was born in Derrintogher, County Mayo Ireland on February 2, 1944. At the age of eighteen, as so many you Irish men and women before him, Patrick immigrated […]

Call to Action

Call to Action: H.Res.888 – Expressing the hope for justice for the victims of Bloody Sunday

Thirteen innocent people were shot dead, murdered by British soldiers during a peaceful civil rights demonstration in Derry, in the North of Ireland 50 years ago today. The victims include the thirteen innocent people murdered by British soldiers, the families of those murdered, the friends of those murdered, the community of Derry, and people around the world who have all waited 50 years for justice. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s answer to all who suffered the tragic impact of Bloody … [Read More...] about Call to Action: H.Res.888 – Expressing the hope for justice for the victims of Bloody Sunday

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Sergeant Major Daniel Daly, USMC Recipient of two Medals of Honor and Nominated for a Third

March 30, 2022 By Neil Cosgrove

In the history of the Medal of Honor, the United States Highest award for "conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above … [Read More...] about Sergeant Major Daniel Daly, USMC Recipient of two Medals of Honor and Nominated for a Third

Irish American Heritage Month: Commodore John Barry

March 29, 2022 By Mike McCormack

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 Irish American Heritage Month: Commodore John Barry

Irish American Heritage Month: Colonel Eileen Collins, A Descendent of Immigrants Who Attained the Stars

March 28, 2022 By Neil Cosgrove

On July 30th, 1999, 30 years and two days after the first successful moonwalk, Irish American Colonel Eileen Marie Collins became the first woman … [Read More...] about Irish American Heritage Month: Colonel Eileen Collins, A Descendent of Immigrants Who Attained the Stars

Irish American Heritage Month: The Irish Brigade at Antietam

March 25, 2022 By Mike McCormack

Did you know that the Irish had a major part in the victory on the bloodiest day in American history? It was at Antietam on September 17, 1862, … [Read More...] about Irish American Heritage Month: The Irish Brigade at Antietam

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The Chaplain’s Corner

As we enter the Season of Lent – What does it mean to be Blessed?

March 1, 2022 By Father John Keehner

What does it mean to be blessed? There are some in our society who would try to tell us that one who is blessed by God can demonstrate these blessings materially—through possessions, money, power, or influence. … [Read More...] about As we enter the Season of Lent – What does it mean to be Blessed?

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Macte Virtute! – “Increase Excellence”

December 2, 2020 By Danny O'Connell

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”

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Catholic Calendar – May 2022

May 1, 2022 By Patrick Lally

Catholic Action To All Hibernians: The month of May is traditionally a month dedicated to Mary. This year May falls within the Easter season, the liturgical color being white. The Ascension of the Lord, a … [Read More...] about Catholic Calendar – May 2022

Historical Happenings

Bloody Sunday, State Violence and Legitimacy

November 24, 2020 By Daniel Taylor

The German Sociologist Max Weber famously defined the modern state as the “human community that claims the monopoly of the legitimate use of physical force within a given territory.” (Emphasis added). The violence … [Read More...] about Bloody Sunday, State Violence and Legitimacy

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Around the Divisions

Noted Civil War Historian and Author, Brother Craig Caba, Presents to Division

April 18, 2022

Dauphin County, Division One (Harrisburg, PA) “Bobby Sands” Division Brother Caba presented to … [Read More...] about Noted Civil War Historian and Author, Brother Craig Caba, Presents to Division

There’s a New Irish Pipe Band in Town – Wake County, NC Division #1

March 23, 2022

Pipe Major Brian Wells with the Irish Diaspora tartan fly plaid over his shoulder. In March of … [Read More...] about There’s a New Irish Pipe Band in Town – Wake County, NC Division #1

Irish Canal Workers Memorial Dedication – Hartford, Connecticut Division #2

March 22, 2022

The Ancient Order of Hibernians Hartford Division 2 dedicated the Irish Canal Workers Memorial in … [Read More...] about Irish Canal Workers Memorial Dedication – Hartford, Connecticut Division #2

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