The Amazing Life Of Our First Soldier – Michael Bennett (A Short Film)
A Short film about the life of the Offaly man who has a fort named in his honor at Washington DC.
Edenderry
Edenderry is a town in east County Offaly, Ireland, known for its location near the borders with Counties Kildare, Meath, and Westmeath. The Grand Canal flows south of the town and connects to its center. Its Irish name, Éadan Doire, translates to “hill-brow of the oak wood.”
A Video Retelling The Story Of Edenderry’s Patrick Mahon
A Union Soldier In The 6th Iowa Infantry For Further Reading On This Soldier- https://americasoffalyheroes.com/2025/10/14/edenderrys-patrick-mahon-1821-1900-a-us-civil-war-soldier-who-ended-his-days-back-in-his-native-town-county/
In The Shadows Of Andersonville: Rediscovering The Lost Story Of Thomas Sale From Edenderry.
Thomas Sale, born in 1843 in Edenderry, Ireland. Emigrated to the USA in 1849 with his family. He enlisted in the Union Army in August 1862 but was captured by Confederate forces in December 1863. Can we finally tell his story which has been hidden for over 160 years? Is he the same Thomas Sale that died in the infamous Andersonville Prison, Georgia in August 1864?
Edenderry’s Michael Malone Served In The 15th Kentucky Infantry Reg’ During The US Civil War. “The Orphans Regiment”
Born In Edenderry, Co. Offaly Michael Malone served in the 15th Kentucky Regiment. Struck by a cannon ball during The Battle of Perryville he died on the 8th October 1862.
Edenderry’s Patrick Mahon 1821 -1900. US Civil War Soldier Who Ended His Days Back In His Native Town & County.
Patrick Mahon, an Irish emigrant, served in the 6th Iowa Infantry during the American Civil War, participating in major battles including Shiloh and Bentonville. After the war, he returned to Edenderry, Ireland, where he passed away in 1900. His life illustrates the profound impact of the Civil War on Irish emigrants.
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.
Offaly’s Darkest Day Of The US Civil War? 2nd July 1863 At The Battle Of Gettysburg
On July 2, 1863, during the Battle of Gettysburg, eleven soldiers from Offaly were either killed or wounded, marking a tragic day in the region’s history. Among them, Barney Horan and James Egan were both wounded and died later in a Gettysburg hospital on the same day. Ongoing research continues to uncover more details about Offaly soldiers involved.
Can You Help?
We seek information on Offaly’s heroes from the American Civil War, specifically those categorized as “Unknown within Offaly.” If you have family stories or records, please share them. We’ll soon add more identified soldiers lacking specific details. Every piece of information is vital for preserving their legacy.
The Story Of Michael Flanagan – A Civil War Soldier From Edenderry Parish And His Contested $2 Million Will
In 1904 His First Cousin, Patrick Flanagan From Cloncannon, Edenderry Was Eventually Declared The Sole Heir When Michael Flanagan, a
Who Would Inherit The Estate Of Thomas Carmichael From Clonbollogue ?
A CIVIL WAR SOLDIER FROM OFFALY WHO ALSO SERVED 4 TERMS IN THE MINNESOTA ASSEMBLY When Thomas Carmichael died at