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The Fighting Irish: The Story Of The Extraordinary Irish SoldierStock informationGeneral Fields
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DescriptionFor hundreds of years, Irish soldiers have sought their destiny abroad. Stepping aboard ships bound for England, America, or Europe, young Irishmen have been hungry for adventure, a self-made fortune or the means to carry on a cause back home. Wherever he has travelled, whichever side of the battlefield he has stood, the tales of his exploits have never been forgotten. The Irish soldier has always been in the thick of the fight. Leaving his birthplace, he travelled with hope, sometimes wanting to bring a liberating revolution to his fellow countrymen. Often seeking adventure, the Fighting Irish have been found in all corners of the British Empire, winning new territories, gaining a reputation as fearless soldiers. Some sailed to America and joined in frontier fighting or demonstrated their loyalty to their new homeland in the bloody combats of the American Civil War. Others took the opportunity to carry on their home-borne disputes with campaigns against the British Empire in Canada and South Africa. Promotion infoThe history of the Irish soldier - from the Battle of the Boyne to Helmand told in their own words. Reviews"Highlanders have long been among the most feared soldiers in the world and Tim Newark's book admirably tells their stirring tale. A great read!". - (Bernard Cornwell). Author descriptionTim Newark is the author of the critically acclaimed Highlander. He is the editor of Military Illustrated and the author of numerous books, including the best-selling Celtic Warriors. As scriptwriter and historical consultant, he has worked on seven TV documentary series on the Second World War for the History Channel and BBC Worldwide. He has written for the Financial Times, Daily Telegraph and Time Out. Visit his website at www.timnewark.com |