Richard J. Moylan Archives

Finally, A Grand Monument for Irish Patriot Thomas Francis Meagher

July 10, 2017 by Jeff Richman

It was a long time—and a long way–coming. One hundred and fifty years and a trip around the world, to be precise. Thomas Francis Meagher (1823-1867) led an extraordinary life. Born in County Waterford, Ireland, he put his life on the line to fight, under arms, for Irish independence (he was known as “Meagher of … Read more

“Green-Wood at 175” is Hot Off The Presses

September 11, 2013 by Jeff Richman

Green-Wood is celebrating its 175th anniversary this year in several special ways. There is a great exhibition, “A Beautiful Way to Go,” at the Museum of the City of New York. We are also posting an entry on our website of Green-Wood-related dates–one for every day this year. And, now, hot off the presses is … Read more