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The article discusses the the Irish Free State's efforts in public diplomacy during the late 1920s, with a particular focus on the Irish President of the Executive Council William T. Cosgrave's diplomatic visit to the U.S. in 1928. The objectives of Cosgrave's visit, including to establish a relationship with the U.S. political leaders, receive the recognition of Irish sovereignty from the U.S. government and to maintain the Irish government's relationship with politically active Irish Americans, are discussed.