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The Irish Brigade, part of the 2nd Brigade 1st Division 2nd Corps, was instrumental in the defense of Cemetery Ridge during the Battle of Gettysburg, helping to repel Pickett's Charge.
The Irish Brigade earned a reputation for its fierce fighting spirit and suffered heavy casualties, with over 60% of its men lost during the Civil War.
The brigade was famously known for carrying a green flag adorned with a golden harp, symbolizing their Irish heritage.
The brigade consisted of several regiments primarily from New York, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania, with a significant number of Irish immigrants.
Brigadier General Thomas Francis Meagher, an Irish nationalist and orator, led the brigade and was known for his charismatic leadership.
A monument dedicated to the Irish Brigade stands on the Gettysburg battlefield, honoring their sacrifice and contribution to the Union victory.
