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It is popular to credit the potato blight which depopulated Ireland by twenty percent as the moment of Irish Immigration to the Americas. It actually began long before 1845 as the result of overpopulation and a reliance on subsistence farming. The mass exodus that began with the famine and resulted in claims of genocide and death ships have become a part of Irish lore. In truth Ireland began expoting people in large numbers about 1812, to Australia, Canada, the US and England. It was piecemeal at the time, excess sons and daughters became the world's displaced persons.
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Why did Irish people come to Canada?
Answerthe reason the Irish came to Canada is because of the potatoe famine, the bad economy, and WWII. in WWII, they were about to get their houses blown to bits. they felt that Canada was safer than Ireland. That's the answer. not to drink, whoever put that there. this is by Jakejoe.
Does the name Hafey have any connection to Irish heritage?
My last name is Hafey and my ancestors come from an Irish background. They came from Ireland, into canada, and then into Maine. Hope this helps.
What country do grapefruit come from?
They come from Canada
During The Great Irish Famine why did the Irish immigrate and where did they go?
The Irish immigrated because they were in poverty and they barely had any food. They went to U.S.A or Canada.
Where are Irish immigrants going?
Irish immigrants are going to Ireland, Irish emigrants are going to many places including America, Australia, Britain and Canada.
How did the Irish come to Canada?
Irish immigrants sailed to Canada as early as the 17th century. The Irish chose to leave Ireland due to the Great Famine that lasted from 1845 to 1852.
is Irish taught in school in Canada?
If when you say Irish, you mean Gaelic, then no.
Why did Irish people come to Canada?
Answerthe reason the Irish came to Canada is because of the potatoe famine, the bad economy, and WWII. in WWII, they were about to get their houses blown to bits. they felt that Canada was safer than Ireland. That's the answer. not to drink, whoever put that there. this is by Jakejoe.
Does the name Hafey have any connection to Irish heritage?
My last name is Hafey and my ancestors come from an Irish background. They came from Ireland, into canada, and then into Maine. Hope this helps.
Where did Irish people live before coming to Canada?
Irish people quite likely lived in Ireland before Canada. Also some came from America to Canada.
When was Tom Irish born?
Tom Irish was born on January 21, 1932, in Canada.
How do you say Canada in Gaelic?
In Scottish Gaelic: Canada In Irish Gaelic: Ceanada
How was Irish dance created?
it was created by a random person
Why did so many Irish immigrants come to Canada in the 1840s?
Many Irish immigrants came to Canada in the 1840s primarily due to the Great Famine, which devastated Ireland between 1845 and 1852. The famine led to widespread starvation and economic hardship, prompting thousands to seek better opportunities abroad. Canada, with its promise of land and employment, became an attractive destination for those fleeing the dire conditions in Ireland. Additionally, the British colonial policies and the existing Irish diaspora in Canada facilitated their migration.
How do you say thanks and come again in Irish?
Irish Gaelic?
Where did the Irish immigrate too?
they immigrated to the US and Canada
When did Irish leave their country to go to Canada?
1890
