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The Great Hunger 1845-1852

The Irish Potato Famine and the Exodus of the Irish Diaspora

2022-03-23 19:00:00 2022-03-23 20:15:00 America/Chicago The Great Hunger 1845-1852 Professor James Heniff looks at the causes of the famine and its effects on the people of Ireland as well as the British government’s response and the mass emigration that followed. (In person/Online) Fremont Public Library - Events Room, 2nd floor

Wednesday, March 23
7:00pm - 8:15pm

Add to Calendar 2022-03-23 19:00:00 2022-03-23 20:15:00 America/Chicago The Great Hunger 1845-1852 Professor James Heniff looks at the causes of the famine and its effects on the people of Ireland as well as the British government’s response and the mass emigration that followed. (In person/Online) Fremont Public Library - Events Room, 2nd floor

Fremont Public Library

Events Room, 2nd floor

Professor James Heniff looks at the causes of the famine and its effects on the people of Ireland as well as the British government’s response and the mass emigration that followed. (In person/Online)

The Great Hunger in Ireland, like many famines, are not only caused by environmental effects but also social, economic and political factors that turn a potential food shortage into a calamity affecting the lives of millions.  Professor James Heniff looks at the causes of the famine and its effects on the people of Ireland as well as the British government’s response and the mass emigration that followed. 

Registration is required. 

You may attend this program in person at the library, or may attend virtually/on-line.

To register, select either "Register to Attend Online" or "Register to Attend In Person." Online attendees MUST provide a valid e-mail address.


 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Registered Program |

TAGS: | Lecture | History |

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