Dr. J.B. Murphy Dr. John B. Murphy, known throughout his life as "J.B.," was a renowned American surgeon and medical pioneer who made significant contributions to the field of medicine during his lifetime. He was born in a log cabin in Appleton, Wisconsin, on December 21, 1857. Murphy was the son of impoverished Irish immigrants Michael Murphy and Ann (née Grimes) Murphy, who had emigrated from Ireland during the Great Hunger. Murphy grew up in a large family with six siblings. His parents … Read More .... about Dr. J.B. Murphy: The Irish American Surgeon Who Revolutionized Medicine
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Band of Patriot Brothers: The Fighting Butlers
Across the Revolutionary War, five Butler brothers—sons of an Irish immigrant gunsmith—served as officers in the Continental Army. They fought in … [Read More...] about Band of Patriot Brothers: The Fighting Butlers
Irish American Heritage Month: Col. Joseph Jeremiah McCarthy
The HBO Mini-Series The Pacific has brought a long overdue recognition to the sacrifices and hardships endured by the U.S. Marines in the Second … [Read More...] about Irish American Heritage Month: Col. Joseph Jeremiah McCarthy
Marie Connolly Owens: America’s Forgotten First Female Cop Who Fought for Justice Beyond the Badge
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Before the U.S. Navy, There was O’Brien
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Deputy National Chaplain Update – May 2025
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The Jubilee Year ‘Pilgrims of Hope’: A Reflection for the Ancient Order of Hibernians
The Jubilee Year theme, ‘Pilgrims of Hope,’ resonates profoundly with the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH). As members of this storied organization, we are called to reflect on our shared history, values, and … [Read More...] about The Jubilee Year ‘Pilgrims of Hope’: A Reflection for the Ancient Order of Hibernians