May 5th is the 32nd anniversary of the death of Bobby Sands in the H Blocks of Long Kesh Prison – AKA The University of Freedom. I recently returned from a trip to Belfast and Derry. I was there with a group of friends that are part of the FFAI - Freedom For All Ireland. On Good Friday we participated in a conference commemorating the 15th Anniversary of the signing of the Good Friday Agreement that brought the end to the Troubles and peace to Northern Ireland. After the conference, we … [Read more...]

Date/Time: Thursday, May 23, 2013 6:00PM to 9:00PM Place: Cooper Union Great Hall/ The Foundation Building Seven E 7th St between 3rd and 4th ave New York, NY (View Map) Admission: ADMISSION IS FREE, but seating is limited Tickets will be required for seat reservations Click Here To Reserve Your Tickets Download Event … [Read more...]

Memorial stone dedication for the Arsenal Memorial in Congressional Cemetery in Washington, DC by AOH / LAOH with National Historian Mike McCormack and Sons of the Civil War representative Steve Hammond.   Photo and Video by Keith Carney … [Read more...]

Interim Meeting of the AOH National Board                           National President’s Testimonial Dinner                                                   Conferral of The Sean MacBride Humanitarian Award   FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4TH      SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5TH See Below for Room and Function Reservations     FRIDAY:         Crowne Plaza Hotel 7 PM Welcome-“An Evening of Irish … [Read more...]

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! The AOH National Board offers several scholarship opportunities for the children and grandchildren of its members. We ask that you please share this information on our scholarship  programs with your membership at your next meeting or in your next newsletter or communication.  Please also feel free to make copies of this letter and distribute it to your membership. Many thanks in advance for your assistance and cooperation with this request and endeavor.  If … [Read more...]

IRISH-AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH, 2013 - - - - - - - BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION For more than two centuries, America has been made and remade by striving, hopeful immigrants looking for a chance to pursue their dreams. Millions among them were born in Ireland, separated from our shores but united by their belief in a better day. This month, we celebrate the Irish-American journey, and we reflect on the ways a nation so small has inspired so much in … [Read more...]

From President Brendan Moore: The expression "Out of sight, out of mind" is often, but not always true. It is certainly not true in the case of the AOH's association with Bishop Dorsey. Many of us recall the fact that he served two terms as AOH National Chaplain during the "Gilligan Years." His selection was a brilliant choice on the part of Tom Gilligan. Bishop Dorsey brought not only a quiet eloquence to his role, but gifts of sincerity, piety, and intellect as well. During those four … [Read more...]

Through the efforts of Brother Brian Burke of Commodore John Barry Division 2 in Syracuse, NY, the AOH has been able to partner with the Avis/Budget Group to offer our members discounts on car rentals. The discounts are available nationwide, 24/7, at all Avis and/or Budget locations. On average, the discounts will run between 10 to 20 percent, and will vary with location and season. For Avis use code # AWD = X265800 and for Budget use code # BCD = A766200. Happy traveling. … [Read more...]