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Oct 18, 2023 · The County Antrim tailor, Hercules Mulligan, who stole secrets from New York's rich as a spy and saved America's first president George Washington's life twice.
Mulligan played an important role in the progress and success of the American Revolution. Hercules Mulligan born in 1740 was the son of an Irish immigrant to New York City. Hercules, an illustrious cloth merchant, used his trade to gather intelligence for General George Washington during the American Revolution, appointed Washington s chief.
Jun 8, 2023 · Hercules Mulligan: The Irish tailor and spy who stole secrets from New York's elite and saved America. The Coleraine man's story was largely unknown until it was highlighted in the Broadway musical Hamilton. Culture. By. Jane Corscadden New York reporter.
