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Irish Brigade In The Civil War
The 69th New York and Other Irish Regiments of the Army of the Potomac. Despite its distinguished record and key role in the war, no detailed history of the brigade has been written in 130 years. Made up largely of New York Irishmen, the brigade made a decisive contribution to the Union victory at Antietam, suffered fearfully in a gallant charge at Fredericksburg, and made a famous stand in the Wheatfield on the second day at Gettysburg. 282 pgs., 6"x 8¾", sfbd.

New York's Fighting Sixty-Ninth
A Regimental History of Service in the Civil War's Irish Brigade & the Great War's Rainbow Division. Mahon. Formed in 1851 by Irish immigrants, the Fighting 69th has served with distinction since the Civil War. The regiment's flagstaff boasts 23 streamers (for each campaign) and 62 silver battle rings (for each battle), more than any other regiment in the United States Army at the close of World War II. This is a complete illustrated history of the regiment's service in the Irish Brigade and the Rainbow Division. 276 pgs., 57 illus., 7"x 10", hdbd.

Remember Fontenoy!
The 69th New York and the Irish Brigade in the Civil War
Bilby. From the heroic charges at Antietam and Fredericksburg, which gained the Irish Brigade both glory and tragedy, to its sacrifices in the Wheatfield at Gettysburg and beyond, this annotated history details the saga of the brigade's hard-fighting Irishmen, whose exploits on the battlefield helped save their country and dispel anti-immigrant discrimination. 269 pages, 6"x 9", 107 illustrations and 12 maps, hardcover.

Irish Brigade Art

Fightin' Irish
Celebrating the Gallantry and Bravery of the Irish Brigade. Members of the Irish Brigade engage in action in its most memorable battle: July 2, 1863, in a 20-acre wheat field near Gettysburg. 23"x 16½" limited edition print is signed and numbered by the artist.
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Hancock the Superb
The Irish Brigade at Antietam, September 17, 1862. Mort Kunstler. Winning praise at the Battle of Williamsburg during the Peninsula Campaign, General Winfield Scott Hancock's courageous conduct led General McClellan to praise him as "Hancock the Superb." Here, during the Battle of Antietam, we see Hancock courageously acting at a moment of dire need, inspiring all around him and displaying the valor that would be his trademark. 25"x 16¼" limited edition print is signed and numbered by the artist.
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Pride of Erin
The Wheatfield, Gettysburg, July 2, 1863. Dale Gallon. At less than fifty yards, the men of Col. Pat Kelly's famed Irish Brigade prepare to fire their first volley into the South Carolinians of Brig. General Joseph B. Kershaw's Brigade. Print measures 15¾"x 10" including matte and frame.
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Irish Brigade Color Sergeant
Born from the 69th New York, the Brigade was raised by Thomas Francis Meagher; grew to include other New York, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts regiments; and was the vanguard in many decisive battles including Antietam, Fredericksburg and Gettysburg. Limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist and includes historical background. 6" high including solid walnut base.
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Irish at Gettysburg
Unique piece features two Irish prints and an Irish Harp insignia. In Hancock's Ride, Maj. Gen. Winfield S. Hancock rides the Federal line preceding Pickett's Charge while commenting, "There are times when a Corps Commander's life does not count." In Pride of Erin, you witness the men of Col. Patrick Kelly's famed Irish Brigade preparing to fire their first volley into the South Carolinian's Kershaw's Brigade. Measures 17"x 17" including matte and wood frame.
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Irish Brigade Desk Clock
Decorative hand-tinted pewter relief sculpture of the Irish Brigade flag is mounted on a solid walnut desk/mantel clock. 4¾"x 7½" limited edition clock is signed by the artist.
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Fight'n Irish Wall Clock
Celebrating the Gallantry and Bravery of the Irish Brigade, Dale Gallon. Members of the Irish Brigade engage in action during its most memorable battle: July 2, 1863, in a 20-acre wheat field near Gettysburg. Wall clock with aluminum frame measures 14" in diameter, includes a quartz movement for accuracy and is made in the USA. Battery not included.
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Irish Brigade Monument
Andrew L. Chernak. One of the most distinctive memorials on the Gettysburg Battlefield, the Irish Brigade Monument honors three New York Regiments who combined their state appropriations to erect the bronze and granite monument that was dedicated on July 2, 1888, the 25th anniversary of their fight in the Wheatfield. Limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist and includes historical background. 5¼" high including solid walnut base.
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69th Irish Brigade Flag
Carried into battle by the 69th New York, this flag features a golden harp topped by white clouds and a yellow sunburst; a field of light green shamrocks; and the Brigade motto "who never retreated from the clash of spears" in the Old Irish (not Gaelic), "Riamh Nar Dhruid O Spairn Iann". 5'x 3' polyester flag includes metal grommets.
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Civil War 69th Regiment Irish Brigade: 45 Piece Set of 54mm Green Soldier 1:32 Figures

Framed, American Civil War Flag....69th New York....Irish Brigade

The Irish Brigade in the American Civil War
The new immigrant Irish were fierce and heroic warriors during the American Civil War; they fought not only for their adopted land but to prepare for the anticipated military struggle for Ireland's freedom. As you'll learn here, General Thomas Francis Meagher led them through the fray of many battles, winning for all Irish/Americans not only military but social acceptance. America was now their home! Includes viewer's guide. Color, 30 minutes.
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The Irish Volunteer
Songs of the Irish Union Soldier, 1861-1865. David Kincaid. Dedicated to the memory of the 160,000+ Irishmen who fought with Union forces against the South during the Civil War, this recording captures the spirit of the Irish. The collection of twelve songs - ten of which are heard for the first time since the late 1800s - uses only period style instruments such as the tin whistle and bodhrans to recreate the melodies and accompaniment of the era. Includes a thirty-five page booklet with lyrics, Civil War period illustrations, and a history of the Irish Brigade.
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