Lincoln and the Irish: The Untold Story of How the Irish Helped Abraham Lincoln

Description: Lincoln and the Irish by Niall O'Dowd A narrative of the relationship that swung the Civil War, this work untangles one of the most intriguing subtexts of the Civil War: Abraham Lincolns relationship with the men and women coming to America to escape the Irish famine. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description From the founder of IrishCentral, a fascinating piece of Civil War history: Lincolns relationship with the immigrants arriving in America to escape the Irish famine. "If youre a Lincoln fan like me, youll love this book." -Liam NeesonWhen Pickett charged at Gettysburg, it was the all-Irish Pennsylvania 69th who held fast while the surrounding regiments broke and ran. And it was Abraham Lincoln who, a year earlier at Malvern Hill, picked up a corner of one of the Irish colors, kissed it, and said, "God bless the Irish flag."Renowned Irish-American journalist Niall ODowd gives unprecedented insight into a relationship that began with mutual disdain. Lincoln saw the Irish as instinctive supporters of the Democratic opposition, while the Irish saw the English landlord class in Lincolns Republicans. But that dynamic would evolve, and the Lincoln whose first political actions included intimidating Irish voters at the polls would eventually hire Irish nannies and donate to the Irish famine fund.When he was voted into the White House, Lincoln surrounded himself with Irish staff, much to the chagrin of a senior aide who complained about the Hibernian cabal. And the Irish would repay Lincolns faith-their numbers and courage would help swing the Civil War in his favor, and among them would be some of his best generals and staunchest advocates. Author Biography Niall ODowd is the founder of IrishCentral, Irish America Magazine, and the Irish Voice newspaper. He is also responsible for publishing IrishCentral.com and the Irish Emigrant newspaper in Boston. Niall was awarded an honorary doctorate by University College Dublin for his work on the Irish peace process, which was a subject of a book, Daring Diplomacy, and a PBS Special, An Irish Voice. He has written for the New York Times, the Guardian, Huffington Post, and the Irish Times. He lives in New York City. Review "Weve had Thomas Cahills excellent How The Irish Saved Civilization and now Niall ODowd has penned a terrific book that should be titled How The Irish Saved The Union. ODowd introduces us to a wealth of Irish characters who had an enormous impact on Abraham Lincoln and the outcome of the Civil War. . . . Delve into this book on any page and you will find delicious little stories of the affection our most loved and cherished president had for our race, who were considered at the time as Catholic rabble by many on the east coast. If youre a Lincoln fan like me, youll love this book." —Liam Neeson, award-winning actor"In these times when some would make of America a cold house for emigrants, Niall ODowd has done well to remind us of how the greatest American icon, Abraham Lincoln, changed from a position of suspicion of Irish immigrants to one of gratitude and deep regard for them. As the book reveals, he was deeply touched by their outstanding role in his life and by their sacrifices in his battle to preserve the fragile flower of democracy."—Tim Pat Coogan, historian and best-selling author of The IRA, Michael Collins, and Wherever Green is WornLincoln and the Irish is an impressive work of scholarship that will be studied by Lincoln fans, Irish and American History buffs, and students of democracy. It also reads like a great historical novel that will engage any reader who picks it up. Niall ODowd has burrowed into the archives and presented us with a fast-paced narrative populated with wonderful historical characters such as the Confederate priest Fr. Patrick Bannon, the great Union Generals Meagher and Corcoran, and the Irish transgender Union Hero Albert Cashier/Jennie Hodgers. Underpinning these wonderful stories of Irish and Irish American heroes, heroines, and villains is the complex relationship between Lincoln and the millions of Irish who found refuge from famine and oppression in America, and who helped the Great Emancipator defeat slavery and cement Americas democracy. This is not only an important book but as engrossing a read as Ive come across in a long time. "—Terry George, Oscar-winning writer and director of Hotel Rwanda, In the Name of the Father, and Some Mothers Son"Weve had Thomas Cahills excellent How The Irish Saved Civilization and now Niall ODowd has penned a terrific book that should be titled How The Irish Saved The Union. ODowd introduces us to a wealth of Irish characters who had an enormous impact on Abraham Lincoln and the outcome of the Civil War. . . . Delve into this book on any page and you will find delicious little stories of the affection our most loved and cherished president had for our race, who were considered at the time as Catholic rabble by many on the east coast. If youre a Lincoln fan like me, youll love this book." —Liam Neeson, award-winning actor"In these times when some would make of America a cold house for emigrants, Niall ODowd has done well to remind us of how the greatest American icon, Abraham Lincoln, changed from a position of suspicion of Irish immigrants to one of gratitude and deep regard for them. As the book reveals, he was deeply touched by their outstanding role in his life and by their sacrifices in his battle to preserve the fragile flower of democracy."—Tim Pat Coogan, historian and best-selling author of The IRA, Michael Collins, and Wherever Green is WornLincoln and the Irish is an impressive work of scholarship that will be studied by Lincoln fans, Irish and American History buffs, and students of democracy. It also reads like a great historical novel that will engage any reader who picks it up. Niall ODowd has burrowed into the archives and presented us with a fast-paced narrative populated with wonderful historical characters such as the Confederate priest Fr. Patrick Bannon, the great Union Generals Meagher and Corcoran, and the Irish transgender Union Hero Albert Cashier/Jennie Hodgers. Underpinning these wonderful stories of Irish and Irish American heroes, heroines, and villains is the complex relationship between Lincoln and the millions of Irish who found refuge from famine and oppression in America, and who helped the Great Emancipator defeat slavery and cement Americas democracy. This is not only an important book but as engrossing a read as Ive come across in a long time. "—Terry George, Oscar-winning writer and director of Hotel Rwanda, In the Name of the Father, and Some Mothers Son Review Quote "Weve had Thomas Cahills excellent How The Irish Saved Civilization and now Niall ODowd has penned a terrific book that should be titled "How The Irish Saved The Union." ODowd introduces us to a wealth of Irish characters who had an enormous impact on Abraham Lincoln and the outcome of the Civil War. Just some of them include the old Irish White House door man Edward Mc Manus, who was one of the very few people who could make Lincoln laugh with his Irish tales (much to Mary Todd Lincolns annoyance), the legendary (and controversial) Archbishop of New York John Dagger Hughes, his friend and confidante (and Irish revolutionary), hero Thomas Francis Meagher, and another Irish confidante, General Michael Corcoran. Both of the latter men fought and won decisive victories for the North, along with the diminutive General Philip Sheridan (head of the Union cavalry). We learn of the extraordinary courageous acts of bravery of women like Jennie Hodgers from County Louth, a transgender soldier, and "Irish Biddy," who followed her husband into battle and famously saved many wounded soldiers by dragging them off the field and returning to repeat this action many times. She stood a little over 5 ft! Then, of course, we had the legendary Pennsylvanian Irish 69th, who certainly won the battle of Gettysburg for Lincoln and ultimately saved the North. Abe apparently grabbed an Irish flag and kissed it upon after the battle of Malvern Hill and declared "God bless the Irish!" Delve into this book on any page and you will find delicious little stories of the affection our most loved and cherished President had for our race who were considered at the time as Catholic rabble by many on the east coast. If youre a Lincoln fan like me, youll love this book." -- Liam Neeson, award-winning actor Description for Sales People The author will use the online community he founded, Irish Central, and to promote the book. It receives 3.5 million unique visitors per month, has 500k Facebook followers, 33k Twitter followers. The author will market and sell his book through his combined email list of 400,000. Author is a well-known immigration reformist. Hes the recipient of the Irish Presidents Distinguished Service Award, served on Hillary Clintons Finance Committee in 2008, and worked with Bill Clinton during his presidency on Northern Ireland issues. Hes known throughout in the US and Ireland for his work. Authors writing has appeared in the New York Times, Guardian, Huffington Post, Irish Times. Details ISBN1510736344 Pages 224 Publisher Skyhorse Publishing Year 2018 ISBN-10 1510736344 ISBN-13 9781510736344 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2018-03-22 Short Title Lincoln and the Irish Language English Subtitle The Untold Story of How the Irish Helped Abraham Lincoln Save the Union Imprint Skyhorse Publishing Place of Publication New York, NY Country of Publication United States NZ Release Date 2018-03-22 US Release Date 2018-03-22 UK Release Date 2018-03-22 Author Niall ODowd DEWEY 973.7 Audience General AU Release Date 2018-06-11 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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