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The Great Famine: How An Gorta Mór Reshaped Ireland
In this episode of The History of Ireland, Lucas and Luna delve into the Great Famine (An Gorta Mór) of 1845–1852, exploring its causes, course, and catastrophic consequences. They discuss the potato blight, British government relief efforts led by Sir Charles Trevelyan, the ideology of laissez-faire that worsened the tragedy, evictions, emigration, and the long-term demographic and cultural impact — including the decline of the Irish language. The conversation touches on the workhouse system, soup kitchens, coffin ships, and the controversial figure of Trevelyan. They also examine the…
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