Erin Go Bragh : Human Interest Stories of the Irish in the American Civil War, Paperback / softback Book

Erin Go Bragh : Human Interest Stories of the Irish in the American Civil War Paperback / softback

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Tens of thousands of Irish-Americans fought in the Civil War, with "Sons of Erin" playing a vital role in both Union and Confederate armies.

Award-winning author Scott L. Mingus, Sr., has teamed with living historian Gerard E.

Mayers to present more than 150 of their most memorable personal stories.

In this unique collection, readers will find tales of courage, boldness, and humor.

Many have rarely been seen in print since their original publication more than a century ago.

Stories have been adapted for the modern reader, with original sources cited.

The anthology also includes brief biographies of leading Irish soldiers and personalities such as Patrick Cleburne, Father William Corby, James Shields, Michael Corcoran, and the incomparable Thomas Francis Meagher of the famed Irish Brigade and its battle cry, "Ireland Forever."

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