The 1st Fighting Irish

The 35th Indiana Volunteer Infantry: Hoosier Hibernians in the War for the Union

Autor*innen

• Kevin Murray

Parameter

• 154 Seiten
• 6 Lesestunden

• Geschichte

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Focusing on the experiences of the 35th Indiana Volunteer Infantry, this book highlights the struggles of Irish immigrants who fought for the Union during the Civil War amidst prejudice and discrimination. It delves into their battles, leadership by a Notre Dame priest, and the camaraderie that characterized this unique regiment. The narrative celebrates the individual stories of these brave soldiers, known as the "Band of Brothers," and explores their lasting legacy, which inspired the nickname for Notre Dame's athletic teams.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2013
• Einband: Paperback