IrishCentral founder Niall O'Dowd discussed the incredible story of the Irish spies, soldiers, and workers who helped free America at a recent talk at the historic home of George Washington in Mount Vernon.
The following is an extract from Niall O'Dowd's newest book "George Washington and the Irish" explaining how he celebrated and saved two St. Patrick's Days. This week (until June 26) the Kindle edition is available via BookBub for just $1.99.
Niall O'Dowd on the untold stories of women and Protestants the major theme of his new book "George Washington and the Irish: Incredible Stories of the Irish Spies, Soldiers, and Workers Who Helped Free America". The Irish people who were heroes of early America.
As the British fled, Washington breakfasted with America's greatest spy, Hercules Mulligan, an Irishman who had saved his life at least twice. "George Washington and the Irish: Incredible Stories of the Irish Spies, Soldiers, and Workers Who Helped Free America" by Niall O'Dowd.