What was the role of the Irish in the American Civil War? Many served on both sides of the conflict, and for young and old it was a formative experience. During the war, over 150,000 Irish-born fought for the Union and 20,000 fought for the Confederacy. This site provides topical articles on matters that include slave ownership among Irish Confederate officers and a curious piece titled, "How 'Irish' was Phil Sheridan?" Visitors can look through the Spotlight posts to get a sense of the different offerings on the site and really shouldn't miss the Resources area. Here, a number of helpful resources are divided into sections that include Books, Generals, and Regimental Losses. An accompanying book is available for purchase and site visitors can sign up to receive periodic updates, including relevant events and new additions.

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