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The mass starvation in Ireland is more commonly referred to as the Great Famine. It occurred when the potato crop failed due to the arrival of the disease Blight. A third of the population at the time of the out break was dependent on the potato crop for food and as a result it lead to a period of starvation disease and mass emigration between 1845 and 1852 that in turn reduced Ireland's population by 25%. And here's the rest of the story...The major reason for the Great Famine was caused by the ENGLISH- Great Britain STOLE food, a forced export from Ireland to G.B., all of Ireland's agriculture products, including healthy, delicious potatoes to feed the British. At that time, Ireland was FORCED to be a part of Britain. The potato blight was all over Europe but it disproportionally hit Ireland because of its lack of Natural Resources (that were stolen) were not available. The massive famine soured the already strained relations between many of the Irish people and the British Crown, heightening Irish republicanism, which eventually led to Irish independence in the next century. Modern historians regard it as a dividing line in the Irish historical narrative, referring to the preceding period of Irish history as "pre-Famine". This, is not told in our history books in America
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What was an immediate result of the mass starvation in Ireland in the late 1840s?
Migration of many Irish to other countries.
Which area was once controlled by Britain and suffered a mass starvation in the 1840 and become an independent Catholic nation in 1922?
ireland
Why did they emigrate to escaped from what?
It depends on who you are talking about. For instance, mass emigration to America occurred when Ireland suffered from potato blight, causing mass starvation. Many Jews emigrated to escape Hitler and the Nazis persecution.
What is damage of potato famine in Ireland?
The potato late blight caused the Irish potato crops to fail and rot in the fields. This led to what became known as the Great Famine or the Great Hunger, during which there was mass starvation. Starvation and disease, forced many Irish people to emigration from Ireland between 1845 and 1852.
Mass starvation in Ireland in the 1840s led directly to the?
Mass starvation in Ireland in the 1840s, primarily due to the Great Famine caused by potato blight, led directly to a significant decline in the population through death and emigration. Approximately one million people died from starvation and disease, while another million fled to other countries, particularly the United States. This demographic shift had lasting impacts on Irish society, culture, and politics, and it intensified calls for Irish independence and reform. The famine also highlighted the failures of British government policies, exacerbating tensions between Ireland and Britain.
Is Ireland a rich or poor country?
While there have been economic problems in recent years, Ireland would generally be considered as being a rich country. There is not mass poverty and starvation like in some countries of the world.
Does the heart loose mass during starvation?
No the heart does not lose mass.
Why did more than 1.5 million Irish people migrate to the United states between 1846 and 1860?
Mass starvation, disease and emigration in Ireland between 1845 and 1852, occurred during the Great Famine (known as the Potato Famine outside of Ireland), when potato blight devastated the Irish staple potato crop.
How did British policy contribute to starvation in Ireland and mass migration from Ireland?
British policy, particularly the lack of effective response to the Great Famine (1845-1852), significantly contributed to starvation in Ireland. The British government prioritized exportation of food and maintained a laissez-faire economic approach, which exacerbated food shortages. Additionally, policies such as the Corn Laws favored British agricultural interests over Irish needs, leading to widespread poverty and desperation. This dire situation prompted mass migration as many sought better opportunities abroad, particularly in the United States.
What led to the great upsurge on Irish immigration during the 1840s?
Between 1845 and 1852, Ireland went through the Great Famine. Over a million people immigrated to the U.S. due to the mass starvation and diseases.
Why did the ruined potato crop cause massive illness and starvation in Ireland?
It was called the potato blight. It can affect mass amounts of potatoes, and tomatoes too. It causes them to grow with soft mushy looking spots on them. Basically they would look and smell rotten.
When was Latin Mass Society of Ireland created?
Latin Mass Society of Ireland was created in 1999.
