Tag: Ulster
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George Washington’s Revolutionary St. Patrick’s Day
George Washington’s troops endured a brutal winter in 1779-1780 at Morristown, New Jersey, where they received only one holiday – St. Patrick’s Day. With a significant number of Irish soldiers, Washington’s decision to grant them a day off showed solidarity with their heritage and was a much-needed morale booster during the American Revolution. Read more
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History of Virginia, Volume 5
The content discusses Joseph L. Carson’s membership in Unity Lodge No. 46 and the Front Royal Royal Arch Chapter. It also mentions Benjamin J. Hillidge’s role as a past master at Unity Lodge No. 146 in 1912, along with citations for further information in a book on Virginia history. Read more