#OnThisDay 1857 During the Indian Revolt three Irish men were awarded Victoria Crosses.
Pvt James Byrne (Left), Dublin saved a wounded officer under heavy fire
Pte James Pearson (Middle), Laois attacked 3 enemy & rescued a wounded man
Cpl Michael Sleavon (Right), Fermanagh dug a sap under continuous heavy enemy fire.
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Hi,
I'm David, I'm from Ireland. I am an avid fan of history. I have my B.A. in History, my M.A. in Military History and Strategic Studies,a Post Qualification Diploma in History and I've been teaching History for five years now.
I wanted to create a podcast that examines, in great detail, major Irish battles and battles allover the world in various wars that Irish people played a significant part in.
Hope you enjoy.
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The Irish at War 
Hi, I believe than Michael Sleavon is my Great Great Uncle and am just starting to research his life.
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