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.
Famine in an Irish town – how Dingle survived the Great Hunger
Irish imprisoned in Bermuda during the Great Famine for stealing food
How a storm brought salvation to a Co Kerry community during the Great Famine
How New York Jewish leaders made major Irish famine relief donations
Analysis of Montreal Irish Famine victims bones gives sad insight into their health issues
Famine era letters to the US document the horrors of Ireland's Great Hunger
How an Irish priest transported his parish from County Wexford to Wexford, Iowa
Why Irish bars in New York City are something special
The heroic bishop who gave his life while tending to Irish Famine victims in Canada
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