Great Hunger
Learn about one of the worst disasters in Irish history, second only to the Black Death pandemic in death toll estimates - the Great Famine. Also referred to as "The Great Hunger", the Famine, which was caused by a potato blight, lasted between 1845 and 1849, decimating Ireland's population and resulting in emigration on an unprecedented scale.
"Black 47" famine film is a must-see so we can end the Great Hunger amnesia
Famine, Great Hunger or Genocide: which words best describes Black ‘47 and beyond?
Listen: Fighting the Great Famine in Ireland
Famine episode of 'Victoria' TV drama that "shocked" British airs on PBS tonight
LISTEN: When the potato blight hit and terror ensued during Ireland's Famine
LISTEN: Did the Irish of 1845 see the Great Hunger coming?
LISTEN: The Irish people and potatoes - was Ireland overpopulated in 1845?
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LIVE: The remarkable story of Irish women’s emigration to the US live from Ireland’s Great Hunger Institute
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