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Lydia Darragh: The Fearless Irish Spy of the American Revolution

Born in 1729 in Dublin, Ireland, Lydia Darragh immigrated to America and married William Darragh in 1753. A devoted mother of nine, only four children survived to adulthood. In December 1777, she played a crucial role in the American Revolution by serving as a spy, despite her small stature of just five feet. Tragically, she disappeared during a spy mission, leaving her legacy shrouded in mystery. Her daughter later revealed her mother's secretive work, cementing Lydia's place in history as a brave and pioneering figure.

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Lydia Darragh: The Fearless Irish Spy of the American Revolution

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  1. By : Shelby Shier Lydia Darragh

  2. Childhood • Born in Dublin Ireland • She was born in 1729

  3. Adult life • She got married to William Darragh in 1753. • She gave birth to nine children. • Only four children survived. • December, 1777 she was enrolled in the war.

  4. Interesting facts • Her son was enrolled in the American revolution. • She died missing on a spy trip and no one has seen her since. • She was only five feet tall. • Her daughter spread the word that her mom was a spy.

  5. Time line 1789 1700 1753 1777 1729 1765 1800 She immigrated to America from Ireland Married She was enrolled in the war. Death Born

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