Events tagged with "hibernians"

Historical Events tagged with "hibernians"

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Establishment of the Ancient Order of Hibernians

May 4th, 1836 188 years ago

The Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) was founded in 1836 in New York City as a response to the growing issues faced by the Irish immigrant community. It served to provide support and aid to Irish immigrants, promoting Irish culture and heritage, while also lending assistance in times of need. The organization aimed to combat discrimination and promote unity among immigrants in the face of adversity.