Brothers, Sisters, Leaders and Organizers. As we approach Independence Day, it is appropriate to mention one of our initial fund raising projects: the statue of…

Writing on this topic resulted from email exchanges between General Meagher Division’s  Bob Fitzgerald and me.  Bob’s family dates from this period and region.  In…

The ‘Daddy of Baseball’ Was an Immigrant from County Clare

ZORRO – Born in Ireland!

Heritage is a reminder of the past. It refers to treasured objects and qualities that have been passed down from past generations. It entails the full…

I just received the Governor of Virginia’s proclamation of Irish American Heritage Month.  See attached. In the same email I also received a proclamation of…

Friends and Colleagues:  Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Please accept our gift to you today – the latest film from American Focus now streaming free at

Broadcasted on www.ireland.ie/usa, this program will showcase Irish and Irish-American stories across the United States.