Most are descendants of famine-era refugees who fled starvation and oppression in pursuit of the American dream. More than 34.5 million Americans can trace their ancestry back to Ireland. Drawing inspiration from her own family history, Rikki sheds light on the experience of a unique group of immigrants by synthesizing numerous historical monographs and other sources. This article was written by NYG&B intern Rikki Schlott-Gibeaux.
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