Irish in the American Revolution

Barry and Lafayette – Irish and French Heroes of the American Revolution

History & Heritage, Irish in the American Revolution

Commodore John Barry and Marquis de Lafayette, military heroes of the American Revolution, are memorialized side by side on Boston Common, in homage to their enormous contributions during the Revolutionary War. Born in September 6, 1757, Lafayette was a French nobleman who volunteered to serve in the Continental Army and soon became a close confidante…

Lexington Honors Patriots Sam Adams and John Hancock at Centennial Celebration in 1875

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During the centenary celebration of the Battle of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1875, the Town of Lexington honored two American patriots – Sam Adams and John Hancock –…

During the centenary celebration of the Battle of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1875, the Town of Lexington honored two American patriots – Sam Adams and John Hancock – with statues for their distinctive role in the American Revolution. Irish-born, Boston-based sculptor Martin Milmore, best known for his iconic monuments of the American Civil…

The Revolutionary Irish

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When the American Revolution erupted in June, 1775, the Irish and Scots-Irish living in New England quickly joined the colonial side to fight for American independence. After all, they knew…

When the American Revolution erupted in June, 1775, the Irish and Scots-Irish living in New England quickly joined the colonial side to fight for American independence. After all, they knew sometime about revolution, and about meeting the British in battle. Here are a few of their names. Major General John Sullivan was the son of…