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James Francis Smith's Blog – June 2014 Archive (7)
Dennis O’Kane and the Philadelphia Brigade of the Pennsylvania 69th
Excerpts from James Francis Smith’s The Civil War’s Valiant Irish
The Begining
The Derry native nodded to his brigadier commander, Joshua Owen. Not expecting nor receiving a return greeting, he didn’t bother to salute. O’Kane crossed to the most distant campfire, where Duffy and Devereux joined him. His first question was a repeat of one he asked every night.
“Is that bastid Welshman drunk or sober?”
Tonight, Duffy responded. “He’s well on his way, but not there…
Added by James Francis Smith on June 30, 2014 at 3:42pm — No Comments
Irish-Americans of Renown
I began to assemble this list of renowned Irish-Americans (including Scots-Irish) to keep me on track when I research and assemble their exploits. When their exploits are posted to my blog, I'll try to strike through their name. For example: Luke Ryan’s name is first on the list…
Added by James Francis Smith on June 28, 2014 at 2:30pm — 8 Comments
Confederate Major General Patrick Ronayne Cleburne
In the field of battle, he shone like a
meteor on a clouded sky. As a dashing
military man, he was all virtue; a single
voice does not stain him as a warrior.
-- Robert E. Lee…
Added by James Francis Smith on June 24, 2014 at 4:00pm — No Comments
General Phillip Sheridan: Short in Stature, Tall in the Saddle
1928: Killenkere, County Cavan Ireland
The following article regarding the author’s grandfather is from a 1928 Anglo Celt newspaper published in County Cavan, Ireland.
Continue… Mr. Matthew Smith, Beagh Upper, Parish of Upr. Killinkere. Mr. Smith resided in Philadelphia until a few years ago, when he returned…
Added by James Francis Smith on June 20, 2014 at 3:00pm — No Comments
Hall of Fame Irish-Americans of Renown
Commodore John Barry
With the sole exception of Benjamin Franklin, Barry, the Father of the American Navy, accomplished more diverse deeds to secure America’s independence than any other person.
Italic excerpts from Irish in the American Revolution
By James Francis Smith
Bordering Barry’s grave, at Philadelphia’s Old Sr. Mary’s Church, a plaque describes his contributions to America’s independence, without which we would still be subject to Britain’s royal…
ContinueAdded by James Francis Smith on June 18, 2014 at 4:12pm — No Comments
Luke Ryan: Ireland's Buccaneer
Excerpts from "Irish in the American Revolution," by James Francis Smith
1779
Dublin, Ireland…
ContinueAdded by James Francis Smith on June 18, 2014 at 4:00pm — 1 Comment
Open Chat "Irish in the American Revolution"
Hi Gary & Ryan
I felt less than satisfied with my performance during last Friday's open chat. However, I believe I'll make up for it by sending the nine who joined the chat copies of my latest historical novel, "Irish in American Revolution"plus a copy of my book, "The Irish-American Chronicle," which introduces the entire Irish-American Story series.." Would you like the books sent to you for distribution or I'll need the mailing addresses of the nine to forward to Firstchoice, the…
Added by James Francis Smith on June 10, 2014 at 6:30pm — 1 Comment
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