250th American Independence Day – 4th July 2026.
A short video celebrating America’s 250th birthday and its connections to County Offaly, Ireland.
Kilcormac, a small village in County Offaly, Ireland, is located at the junction of the N52 and R437 roads. With a population of 935 (2016 census), many residents worked in the local peat bogs. The village, historically known as Frankford, lies near the Slieve Bloom Mountains and features the Silver River.
A short video celebrating America’s 250th birthday and its connections to County Offaly, Ireland.
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.