#OnThisDay 1906 Mary Edith Coleman passed away in Blackrock, Dublin. Mary was a Red Cross nurse that cared for both sides during the Franco-Prussian War. For her services, Kaiser Wilhelm I awarded her the Iron Cross, which is one of the highest orders a soldier can be awarded. It is exceptionally rare for civilians to get one.
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 