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It is still an important crop and used in many ways for meals, but it could not be said that Ireland is now dependent on it.

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Which potato did not come from Ireland?

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Was the Ireland still under control of the British after the potato famine?

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What do they call potato skins in Ireland?

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Ireland


Who was stricken by a potato famine?

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Which country had a potato famine?

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