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Book Synopsis: The story of John Devoy’s 1876 Catalpa rescue is a tale of heroism, creativity, and the triumph of independent spirit in pursuit of freedom. The daily log on board the whaling ship Catalpa begins with the typical recount of a crew intact and a spirit unfettered, but such quiet words deceive the truth of the audacious enterprise that came to be known as one of the most important rescues in Irish American history. John Devoy’s men rescued six Irish political prisoners from the Australian coast, allowing millions of fellow Irishmen and American-Fenians, many of whom secretly financed the dangerous plot, to draw courage from the newly exiled prisoners.
Philip Fennell and Marie King tell the story from John Devoy’s own records and the ship’s logbooks. John Devoy’s Catalpa Expedition includes an introduction by Terry Golway and the personal diaries, letters, and reports from John Devoy and his men.
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Discover the captivating tale of John Devoy's Catalpa Expedition with our thrilling book, available exclusively at Ireland House. This enthralling story showcases heroism, creativity, and the unstoppable power of independent spirit in the pursuit of freedom. Dive into the daily log of the whaling ship Catalpa as it embarks on an audacious rescue mission that would go down in history as one of the most significant events in Irish American history.
John Devoy's Catalpa Expedition brings to life the courageous actions of John Devoy and his men, who risked everything to rescue six Irish political prisoners from the treacherous Australian coast. Through their daring mission, millions of Irishmen and American-Fenians found renewed hope and inspiration, especially those who had secretly financed this audacious plot. This riveting account is based on John Devoy's personal records and the ship's logbooks, providing a first-hand perspective on this extraordinary adventure.
Authored by Philip Fennell and Marie King, this meticulously researched book is a treasure trove of untold stories, personal diaries, letters, and detailed reports that offer deeper insights into one of the most remarkable rescues in history. Terry Golway, a renowned historian, adds invaluable context in his introduction, further enhancing the reading experience.
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