#OnThisDay 1967 US Marine Cpl Patrick Gallagher, from Ballyhaunis, Mayo was KIA in Vietnam, shortly before his tour ended. Gallagher was awarded the Navy Cross for jumping on a grenade to save his comrades’ lives. The US Navy named a destroyer in his honour.
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 