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Robert Jessop
Robert Newton Jessop (1841-1915) was born in the possible Birr area, Ireland, and became a Methodist minister’s son. He served as a 1st Lieutenant in the Union Army’s 5th Illinois Cavalry. Jessop married Joanna Hand and is buried in Maple Hill Cemetery, Fairfield, Illinois, along with his family.
Thomas Hayden
Thomas Christopher Hayden (1841-1918) was born in Offaly, likely near Portarlington. He served in the Union Army as part of Co. G, 40th Wisconsin Infantry during the Civil War. He lived in Sun Prairie, Dane County, Wisconsin, where he is buried in Sun Prairie Cemetery.
William Fitzpatrick
William Fitzpatrick (1827-1907), possibly from Kilcormac, Ireland, served in the Union Army during the Civil War with Co. A, 90th Illinois Infantry. He lived in Kenosha, Wisconsin, and is buried in Saint Mary and Saint James Cemetery in Rockford, Illinois. He was married to Bridget Dolman.
Kevin and Danny have spent years researching US Civil War soldiers and local history. Now they’re using that experience to help families all over the world discover their Irish Heritage.
What We Do
Soldier Records
This is where it all began. Americas Offaly Heroes is built on years of research into Offaly men and women who served and emigrated across the world. Search soldiers by name, townland, or conflict. Read verified service details and timelines. See how Offaly people helped shape history abroad.
Stories & Heritage
Every week, Kevin shares a new story — a soldier, a family, or a moment in Offaly’s history that deserves to be remembered. Weekly stories about soldiers and Offaly figures. Personal stories sent in by families. Updates on new discoveries and research.
Family & Genealogy Research
After years of research, Kevin and Danny now offer a simple, professional way to trace your Offaly roots. Share your family names, townlands, or any clues you have. We research and verify your history using Irish and overseas records. You receive a clear, written summary of what we find.
Family Discovery
For years, Kevin and Danny have been naming and honouring the people of Offaly who shaped history.
Now they’re using that same expertise to help families uncover their Offaly roots with expert, verified research.
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A light background check on your family names and townlands. We confirm what records exist and outline the best next steps for deeper research.
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For families who want full family trees, emigration routes, or soldier service reports. We’ll discuss what you need and tailor a plan to match your goals and budget. All work includes: ✅ Verified Irish & overseas archives ✅ Clear progress updates ✅ Personal, professional guidance
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It’s a community project dedicated to researching and sharing the stories of Offaly men and women who served or emigrated abroad — keeping their history alive for future generations.
You can search the soldier records by name or townland on our website. If you don’t find a match, you can contact us and we’ll help check our archives. Civil war soldiers
Simply share the names, townlands, or clues you already have. Our team then searches verified Irish and international records to create a clear report of your family history.
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