Publisher's Synopsis
""History Of The Friendly Sons Of St. Patrick And Of The Hibernian Society For The Relief Of Emigrants From Ireland, March 17, 1771-March 17, 1892"" is a comprehensive historical account of two organizations dedicated to the promotion of Irish culture and the support of Irish immigrants in America. Written by John H. Campbell, the book chronicles the founding and evolution of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, a fraternal organization established in Philadelphia in 1771, as well as the Hibernian Society for the Relief of Emigrants from Ireland, which was founded in New York City in 1806. The book explores the origins of these organizations and their early activities, including their efforts to support Irish immigrants who faced discrimination and hardship in the United States. It also examines the role of these organizations in shaping Irish-American identity and culture, as well as their contributions to the broader American society. Through meticulous research and detailed analysis, Campbell provides a fascinating account of the history of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick and the Hibernian Society, tracing their development over more than a century. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Irish-American history, as well as those interested in the role of fraternal organizations in American society.Biographical Sketches Of Members, Some Of Whom Participated In The American Revolution.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
