The Irish Legacy: The History of the Irish in Western Massachusetts Event they fled famine and oppression

they fled famine and oppression

” a look back at the untold stories

While we’re sure the photos in this book will reignite engaging conversations and identify historical records and facts

ISBN: 1597251011

2015-06-25 @ http://store

The Irish Legacy: The History of the Irish in Western Massachusetts Event they fled famine and oppressionThis hardcover, pictorial coffee table book features the incredibly rich history of the Irish immigrants in Western Massachusetts. Fought by the thousands in the Civil War, they fled famine and oppression, labored at the Springfield Armory, and helped create a nation through public service. This book tells that story, tracing the history of nearly 100,000 Irish citizens in this area. ^^ Slideshow ^^ ^^ Featured ^^ Historic photos from 1800s through