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Irish people fled Ireland for the United States primarily due to the Great Famine (1845-1852), which resulted in widespread starvation and suffering caused by potato blight. Economic hardship, lack of opportunities, and oppressive British rule also drove many to seek a better life abroad. The promise of jobs and land in the U.S. attracted countless immigrants, leading to a significant Irish diaspora. Many sought to escape poverty and build a new future for themselves and their families.

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