250th American Independence Day – 4th July 2026.
A short video celebrating America’s 250th birthday and its connections to County Offaly, Ireland.
Daingean
Daingean, meaning ‘the fort’ in Irish, is a small town in east County Offaly, Ireland, formerly known as Philipstown, named after King Philip II of Spain. The content also references notable soldiers linked to Daingean, although specific names or details are not provided.
Danny Leavy Visits Philadelphia National Cemetery, Paying Tribute To William Delaney (1842-1862). A Union Soldier Born In Daingean, Co. Offaly.
William Delaney, a member of the 43rd New York Infantry Regiment, died of disease at 20 in Philadelphia during the Civil War. His mother applied for a pension, relying on him for support. His headstone at Philadelphia National Cemetery misspells his surname as “Delancy,” a mistake Danny Leavy aims to correct.
Thomas Hyland, Died in Daingean in August 1914. Served In The US Army Between 1864-1867.
HE RETURNED TO IRELAND AFTER HIS US ARMY SERVICE AND WAS A FARMER IN THE CLONAD AREA CLOSE TO DAINGEAN,
James Murray From Daingean, Co. Offaly. Died on 10th May 1864 At The Ferocious Battle Of Spotsylvaina, Virgina.
James Murray, born in Philipstown, Offaly, Ireland, served in the 86th New York Infantry for four months during the US Civil War. He enlisted in January 1864, experienced combat at the Battle of Spotsylvania, and was killed shortly thereafter at age 34. His final resting place is likely Fredericksburg National Cemetery.
Thanks To Everyone Who Has Made Contact With Us, Helping To Add Vital Information To The Stories of Forgottten Offaly Soldiers – US Civil War 1861-1865.
Over recent months, we received valuable feedback from readers about forgotten lives in Offaly. Many have shared details about their family histories, assisting us in unraveling stories of notable individuals like Carey Heaton and Patrick Fox. We appreciate all contributions that help illuminate these important histories.
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