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The Irish Soldiers of Mexico
- Narrated by: Emil Nicholas Gallina
- Length: 6 hrs and 50 mins
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Summary
The Irish Soldiers of Mexico tells the story of the Irish immigrants who joined the Mexican Army in the War of 1846-48 and were later hanged by the U.S. Army. The University Press original sold out four editions in English and two editions in Spanish from 1997 to 2001. It was the basis for an MGM feature film and two documentaries; it has also been used in many history classes both in the United States and abroad.
This updated edition includes new historical material, such as the location of what purported to be a death certificate for John Riley located in a church in Veracruz. The edition includes updated "After the War" and "Commemorations" sections. Many positive changes in public perception of the San Patricios have taken place since the first publication of this book in 1997. In addition, there have been a number of new vehicles for dissemination of the history, not the least of which was the production of One Man's Hero starring Tom Berenger, three novels on the San Patricios, a new sculpture in Mexico City of John Riley donated by the people of Ireland, and the Chieftains new CD with songs commemorating the Irish battalion.
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- Hector
- 30-07-16
didn't know
it was enlightening. I'm sorry to say I didn't know a lot of my own history. An this book gives me a glimpse of the complexity of my history.
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- Anthony K.
- 13-10-19
Excellent and informative!
Brilliant book, really informative, detailed and really shines a light on the story that is rarely told. Would 100% recommend the book!
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