Archive for March 8, 2013

The Irish Potato Famine of 1845-1852

The Irish Potato Famine of 1845-1852

The Irish Potato Famine of 1845-1852 forced thousands of Irish to flee their native country, leaving precious family members behind for the hope of a better life in America.  Every immigrant from every country has a story to tell.   There are many of us that have worked

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