Dapper Irish-born general rose to military greatness

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St Patrick’s Day is a day when many Australians either born in Ireland or with Irish forebears celebrate their heritage. It is also a time when all Australians can acknowledge Irish contributions to Australian history. This year, as the centenary of Gallipoli approaches, we remember the role played by Irish-born or Irish-descended Anzacs in World War I.
About 6600 Irish-born people served in the Australian military during the war, many with great distinction. McCay was perhaps one of the most famous at the time.

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From what I understand the Aussies can celebrate the Irish heritage of being dragged in chains to penal colonies for crimes against England. The Irish didn't do too well here in the Colonies after the potato famine when they were used as cannon fodder in the Civil War.The Irish smartened up pretty quick though. They became Cops and politicians and ended up running the cities that spit on them when they walked off the boat.