#OnThisDay 1861 The New York 69th , lead by Colonel Michael Corcoran from Sligo, had their first taste of battle at First Bull Run though it did not go well. The Union line fled but the 69th made an orderly withdrawal. Corcoran was captured & held for years.
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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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