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At that time, the was a potato blight in the west of Ireland, which is referred to as the Great Famine. Prior to this, Irish population was at its highest. People left on ships to work on plantations, or escape the blight. Most left because of evictions. They mainly went to: US, Australia and England.
Even when the blight was gone, people continued to leave, looking for jobs, or even family.
Irish population has still not recovered from the Famine.
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Why did Irish and German immigrants come to the US in the period between 1845 and 1855?
Many Irish and Germans immigrated to the US in the 1840s and 1850s because America was seen as a place with more opportunities, and better living conditions. The Irish and Germans were not happy with the conditions in their countries. They wanted a chance at a better life.
Irish in the US?
Many Irish people emigrated to America during the Great Famine in 1845. Many of them established large communities in Newfoundland. Therefore, there is now many Irish people in America.
Where did Irish people do for a living when they migrated to US?
Some built the streets and railroads. Many joined the US Military.
Many Irish people fled Ireland for the US as a result of the?
Potato Famine-Nova Net Answer
In the 1840's where did most of the immigrants to the US come from?
Germany, Ireland, China, Mexico, and Britain
How did the Irish come to the US?
John Ireland first came to Minnesota and lead the Irish to recruit here in America.
How many Irish pubs are there in the US?
alot
How many Irish people live in the US?
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Why did Irish and German immigrants come to the US in the period between 1845 and 1855?
Many Irish and Germans immigrated to the US in the 1840s and 1850s because America was seen as a place with more opportunities, and better living conditions. The Irish and Germans were not happy with the conditions in their countries. They wanted a chance at a better life.
How did Halloween ever come to the US?
The Irish and English immigrants brought the tradition of Halloween to the US in the mid 1800s.
How many US citizens claim Irish heritage?
40% of Americans are Irish.
The caused many Irish people to immigrate to the US?
Potato Famine
What do Irish people like to do?
Irish people like to do what many of us like to do: eat, drink, and be merry.
Irish in the US?
Many Irish people emigrated to America during the Great Famine in 1845. Many of them established large communities in Newfoundland. Therefore, there is now many Irish people in America.
When did Ireland come to US?
the Irish settled on the east coast when they came to America.
How many Irish people descent immigrated to the US in 1800?
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When was The Irish in Us created?
The Irish in Us was created in 1935.
