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Facts about Commodore John Barry and the Ancient Order of Hibernians in America Commodore John Barry Few Americans are well-acquainted with the gallantry and heroic exploits of Philadelphia's Irish-born naval commander, Commodore John Barry. Obscured by his contemporary, commander John Paul Jones, Barry remains to this day an unsung hero of the young American Republic. Many historians note, John Barry can be classed on a par with Jones for nautical skill and daring, but he exceeds him in the length of service (17 years) to his adopted country and his fidelity to the nurturing of a permanent American Navy. Indeed, Barry deserves ...
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About the AOH The Ancient Order of Hibernians is a Catholic, Irish American Fraternal Organization founded in New York City 4 May,1836. The Order can trace its roots back to a parent organization, of the same name, which has existed in Ireland for over 300 years. However, while the organizations share a common thread, the North American A.O.H. is a separate and much larger organization. The Order evolved from a need in the early sixteen hundreds to protect the lives of priests who risked immediate death to keep the Catholic Faith alive in occupied Ireland after the reign of England’s King Henry ...
Monument Memorial Fund
Interested in Helping? Help us raise money for the Celtic Cross Fund ! Contact any board member or Jack at (516) 554-7039 or email by clicking here AOH11@LIVE.com The Great Hunger "An Gorta Mor" The Hibernians of Division 11 in Nassau County have started on a project to erect a monument in remembrance of “The Great Hunger”. As free citizens it is important to remember all those who had to flee their homeland looking for a better life. Many made it to the USA and many died trying either in the crossing or soon after. Those Immigrants that did survive are the ones who ...
Division 11 A.O.H. Hunger Project
Action On Hunger The Irish were intentionally starved out of their homes and Country. This exodus caused by the Great Hunger brought many Irish people to the USA. Many who made this journey did survive but many thousands did not. The Irish Immigrant knew hunger as few others ever did. One of our major efforts under the HIBERNIAN HUNGER PROJECT is to help our local food pantries. No one in this country should want for food. Or have their children go without the necessary nutrition. If Possible Please Donate to the Food Pantries. Every Cent Donated through AOH Division 11 that is earmarked ...
Monument Memorial Fund
Interested in Helping? Help us raise money for the Celtic Cross Fund ! Contact any board member or Jack at (516) 554-7039 or email by clicking here AOH11@LIVE.com The Great Hunger “An Gorta Mor” The Hibernians of Division 11 in Nassau County have started on a project to erect a monument in remembrance of “The Great Hunger”. As free citizens it is important to remember... [Read more]
Division 11 A.O.H. Hunger Project
Action On Hunger The Irish were intentionally starved out of their homes and Country. This exodus caused by the Great Hunger brought many Irish people to the USA. Many who made this journey did survive but many thousands did not. The Irish Immigrant knew hunger as few others ever did. One of our major efforts under the HIBERNIAN HUNGER PROJECT is to help our local food pantries. No one... [Read more]
2010 Irish Dance Championships -photos from Life Magazine
40th Anniversary World Irish Dancing Championships- Life Magazine 14 pictures ; Dancers compete in the World Irish Dance Championships on March 30, 2010, in Glasgow, Scotland. As many as 4,500 dancers from 32 countries have travelled to Scotland to take part. // Read More →
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An Gorta Mor – Exhibition – Free Admission Ireland’s Great Famine or The Great Hunger the worst catastrophe in 19th century Europe. An Gorta Mor: The Quinnipiac University Collection in New York City May 21 – Sept. 3, 2010 from Noon to 2PM. Please call for appointment. Free admission. Location: Consulate General of Ireland 345 Park Avenue Floor 17 New York, NY, 10154 Phone:... [Read more]
Videos “Bloody Sunday” Apology, “The Way Home”
Britain’s “Bloody Sunday” Apology Decades after the “Bloody Sunday” attack in Northern Ireland, Britain’s Prime Minister apologized after a long-awaited report found no justification for the attack. Mark Phillips reports. Watch CBS News Videos Online “THE WAY HOME” This video presents the history, goals and mission of the Ancient Order of Hibernians. The... [Read more]
-> DONATE to the CELTIC CROSS FUND <-
Contact any board member or Jack at (516) 554-7039 or email by clicking here AOH11@LIVE.com All proceeds are for the Celtic Cross Memorial fund. Just by clicking the “DONATE” button below you can donate directly to the Ancient Order of Hibernians Div. 11 Celtic Cross Memorial fund using your credit card in any amount you desire. Think, How great would you feel to be part of this... [Read more]
EASTER MONDAY MONUMENT REDEDICATION 2009
The Irish Monument for EASTER MONDAY MEMORIAL in Nassau County. The Irish Monument Committee, comprised of representatives of The Ancient Order of Hibernians; Irish American Society of Nassau, Suffolk and Queens; Irish Cultural Society, Garden City; Irish Northern Aid; Police Emerald Society, Nassau County Chapter; The Society of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick on Long Island; and Irish Americans... [Read more]
CELTIC CROSS
CELTIC HIGH CROSSES What we generally call Celtic Crosses are memorial crosses: the Latin cross with the crescents forming a circle between the cross and upright beams. They take their form from the Irish High Crosses which are found throughout Ireland and in parts of Britain and Scotland where Irish monks founded monasteries. They were usually located around monasteries although they sometimes marked... [Read more]
Tomorrow’s Hope Foundation
This is a great cause that needs our help! Tomorrows Hope Foundation (THF) grants money to help families get and keep their children in Parochial elementary school. They give to students Grades 1 through 8, helping their family afford the private school tuition. This helps keep the schools open. Today’s Children are Tomorrows Hope! For More Information Visit Their Website by clicking here. ... [Read more]
