Irish immigrants played a significant role in the American Civil War, fighting on both sides of the conflict. I have blogged about 4 Irish Related Civil War Items and St. Patrick’s Day During the Civil War. For this St. Patrick’s Day, I will explore...
The following are a few letters from soldiers sent on St. Patrick’s Day during the Civil War. Fort Sumter, S.C. March 17, 1861 Hon. D. F. Jamison, Executive Office, Department of War: Sir: I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your communication...
[powerpress] Thanks for staying subscribed to my podcast and I hope you enjoy listening. In this episode I talk a bit about how the Irish played a part in the American Civil War. Feedback on the show? email me at podcast@teachthecivilwar.com...
In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, I thought I’d do a quick post on 4 Irish-related Civil War Items. #4 – Civil War Steeplechase by Edwin Forbes: This sketch is from March 17, 1863 and shows a “Saint Patrick’s Day celebration, Army of the...
