Gilbert Proud Robinson, a soldier from Offaly, Ireland, served in the Union Army during the Civil War and was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel. He participated in numerous key battles and commanded his regiment during the critical capture of Petersburg. After the war, he became a respected community leader and police officer in New Jersey, receiving military honors at his burial.
James Flynn from Banagher enlisted in the Union Army to find his son, Thomas, who joined at 14. James served as a hospital steward, while Thomas was promoted to sergeant. Despite letters exchanged, they never reunited. James was captured and likely imprisoned at Andersonville, never returning home to his family.
Today we have hit the milestone of having added details for 100 Offaly soldiers, including their home towns, to our
A MUSICIAN IN THE UNION ARMY – Patrick Derivan Patrick Derivan from Lusmagh, County Offaly was a talented musician when
Both Served in Ohio Regiments During The US Civil War Thomas and Keeran McKenny from Banagher, County Offaly, arrived in
Edenderry’s Civil War Heroes The Ryan family from Edenderry, County Offaly, left an indelible mark on American history during the
