The Irish & American Revolution

Explore the role of the Irish in the American Revolution and how the American’s fight for liberty inspired rebellion in Ireland.
Join the South Shore Irish Heritage Trail and Father John Murphy Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians for a powerful exploration of the Irish role in the American Revolution — and how the fight for independence in America echoed back across the Atlantic, helping spark Ireland’s own struggle for freedom. With popular storyteller Davy Holden, this event brings history to life, tracing the connections between two revolutions bound by a shared desire for liberty.
Highlights include:
• The Irish impact on American independence 🇺🇸
• The path that led to the 1798 Rebellion
• The lives and legacies of key historical figures
Discover how ideas became action… and how one revolution helped inspire another.





