Duffy's war : Fr. Francis Duffy, Wild Bill Donovan, and the Irish fighting 69th in World War I
The legendary "Fighting 69th" took part in five major engagements during World War I. This highly decorated unit was inspired by its chaplain, the famous Father Francis Duffy and commanded by "Wild Bill" Donovan. This book recounts in detail the full story of this famous outfit in World War I. The author illustrates the fascinating histories of early twentieth-century New York City and the Irish experience in America.--[book jacket]
Print Book, English, ©2006
1st ed
Potomac Books, Washington, D.C., ©2006