Author: Bill Halpin
Northern Ireland Protocol Update
On Monday (27 Feb) British Prime Minister Sunak and European Commission President Von der Leyen announced what may be a “decisive breakthrough” changing the Northern…
When the Irish Invaded Canada
Many Hibernians have heard about a battle at Ridgeway, but that’s about it. When the Irish Invaded Canada, by Christopher Klein is an excellent book…
VA Governor Proclamations
I just received the Governor of Virginia’s proclamation of Irish American Heritage Month. In the same email I also received a proclamation of Viet Nam…
The Tunnel
Friends and Colleagues: Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Please accept our gift to you today – the latest film from American Focus now streaming free at
Join the Irish Embassy on 17 March for “Shades of Green: Celebrating Irish-America”.
Join the Irish Embassy on 17 March for “Shades of Green: Celebrating Irish-America”. Broadcasted on www.ireland.ie/usa, this program will showcase Irish and Irish-American stories across the…
Spread the Word – It’s Irish American Heritage Month!
Inside you’ll find what I hope will be of interest. The plan of the month; some little known facts about St Patrick Cathedral in NYC;…
Irish American Heritage Month
Excellent article by AOH State Board Past President Bill Halpin on Irish American Heritage Month (IAHM). Download the original text:
Battle of Fredericksburg
If you haven’t attended one of these commemorations, I highly recommend it. It’s worth the trip – bring the family!Battle of Fredericksburg Sunday, December 15,…
2019 USGAA Finals
Every August, athletes and supporters of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) from across the United States and Canada gather together for a weekend-long tournament to…
Irish American Heritage Month
1. 2019 Presidential Proclamation The proclamation is on the White House website, and the weblink is: https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/presidential-proclamation-irish-american-heritage-month-2019/ Presidents of the United States have now proclaimed…