Honoring the extraordinary contributions of Irish Americans to the American War for Independence on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the United States.

Key Points

• This resolution honors the Irish immigrants and Irish Americans who fought for American independence. It highlights that while they were only 10% of the population at the time, they made up about 40% of the Continental Army.
• The bill recognizes famous figures like John Barry, known as the 'Father of the American Navy,' and Charles Carroll, the only Catholic to sign the Declaration of Independence. It also notes that eight signers of the Declaration had Irish roots.
• The goal is to celebrate these contributions as part of the United States' 250th anniversary in 2026. It encourages Americans to remember how Irish heritage helped shape the country's early fight for freedom and its founding documents.

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