Egan endeavors to amend the record about a man who left a lasting impression on three continents through talent, initiative, and dedication to his causes.Įgan applies his own Irish heritage to the task of resurrecting Meagher from the muddle of misunderstanding and helps to place him on a pedestal. Prior to release of Timothy Egan’s biography of Meagher, the enduring perception of this Irish Brigade commander was one of a moderately successful general whose accidental death at a young age resulted from an alcoholic bender. A case in point is the conventional image of Thomas Francis Meagher, an Irish immigrant who fought for the Union during the Civil War. Perceived misadventures during a certain period of one’s life may be interpreted differently when a more expansive portrayal comes into view. Half-truths about an historical figure can lead to misconceptions about his or her deeds. The Immortal Irishman: The Irish Revolutionary Who Became an American Hero by Timothy Egan.
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