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It's vital Irish America remembers the Irish Famine

It's vital Irish America remembers the Irish Famine

"We are the children and grandchildren of those brave souls. The Irish in America would never have existed but for them."

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Why real Irish American history is not taught in schools

Why real Irish American history is not taught in schools

Today's textbooks largely ignore the Irish Famine, even though there is no shortage of material that can bring these dramatic events to life in the classroom.

Am I Irish American? An Irish person's "ironic" exploration of Irish identity in the US

Am I Irish American? An Irish person's "ironic" exploration of Irish identity in the US

The top twenty books every Irish American should read

The top twenty books every Irish American should read

Ireland's Gaelic games: A deep dive into Irish culture and heritage

Ireland's Gaelic games: A deep dive into Irish culture and heritage

“Ag Críost an Síol” - a St. Patrick’s Day song to remember

“Ag Críost an Síol” - a St. Patrick’s Day song to remember

Everything you know about the St. Patrick's Day shamrock is a lie

Everything you know about the St. Patrick's Day shamrock is a lie

“Walking in the footsteps” of your Irish ancestors

“Walking in the footsteps” of your Irish ancestors

Why do Irish Americans still identify as Irish?

Why do Irish Americans still identify as Irish?

International Women's Day: Eight Irish women writers who match up with Joyce and Yeats

International Women's Day: Eight Irish women writers who match up with Joyce and Yeats

Irish songs that celebrate when Nelson’s Pillar was blown up

Irish songs that celebrate when Nelson’s Pillar was blown up

WATCH: Why Irish American Heritage Month matters more than ever

WATCH: Why Irish American Heritage Month matters more than ever