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March 1, 2022
The Irish-American Story: From immigration to discrimination to assimilation to celebration
Continue ReadingThe first day of Irish Heritage Month seems like a good time to recognize the remarkable story of Irish-Americans – from the humblest of beginnings upon their arrival on America’s […]
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February 4, 2022
Dad, There’s No Need to Worry
Continue ReadingI taught my World War II class at UMass-Boston in the Fall of 2021 and emerged with a sense of optimism and hope. First, a little background. Many of you […]
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January 29, 2020
Coming in March 2020: Voyage of Mercy
Continue ReadingI’ve been pleased with the enthusiastic response to my announcement in 2019 of my upcoming book, Voyage of Mercy: The USS Jamestown, the Irish Famine, and the Remarkable Story of […]
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November 30, 2019
Winding down a great speaking season
Continue ReadingI’m winding down a very busy and enjoyable Fall speaking season, with just a couple of events remaining before the close of 2019. By year’s end, I’ll have made 580 […]
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November 8, 2019
A very special “Top 10” event in Boston’s North End
Continue ReadingI was honored to be the guest speaker at the 10th anniversary commemoration of Boston’s North End Historical Society (NEHS), whose Founder and President Alex Goldfield asked me to discuss […]