A Brief Account Of The Society Of The Friendly Sons Of St. Patrick

""A Brief Account Of The Society Of The Friendly Sons Of St. Patrick: With Biographical Notices Of Some Of The Members"" is a historical book written by Samuel Hood in 1844. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Society of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, an organization founded in Philadelphia in 1771 by Irish immigrants. The society was established to promote the welfare of Irish immigrants and to celebrate their heritage and culture.The book includes biographical sketches of some of the prominent members of the society, including politicians, businessmen, and military leaders. These biographical sketches provide insight into the lives and accomplishments of Irish-Americans in the late 18th and early 19th centuries.The book also discusses the society's activities, including its charitable work, social events, and political involvement. The society played an important role in the American Revolution, and the book provides a detailed account of its contributions to the war effort.Overall, ""A Brief Account Of The Society Of The Friendly Sons Of St. Patrick"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Irish-Americans and their contributions to American society. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of some of the most influential Irish-Americans of the time and sheds light on the important role that Irish immigrants played in the development of the United States.With Biographical Notices Of Some Of The Members, And Extracts From The Minutes.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.