Stephen Moylan

Stephen Moylan

historical figure Ireland

Stephen Moylan was a Cork-born aide-de-camp to George Washington during the American Revolution. Born in 1737 on Blarney Street in Cork City, he emigrated to the United States, where he played a crucial role in the fight for independence. He is notably recognized for being the first to use the term 'United States of America' in written form in 1776. Moylan's contributions exemplify the significant influence of the Irish diaspora in American history, and he remains an important figure in the narrative of Irish-American relations.

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Ireland Ireland: Stephen Moylan was an important historical figure when it came to Irish-American relations and was the first to write 'United States of America'. 9

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Cork man who served under George Washington honoured with new plaque – The Irish Times