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The Great Famine: An Gorta Mór's Human Toll and Legacy
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the human tragedy and lasting legacy of An Gorta Mór, the Great Irish Famine of 1845–1852. They discuss the initial appearance of the blight, the British government's response under Prime Minister Lord John Russell and Sir Charles Trevelyan, the controversial doctrine of laissez-faire economics, and the devastating impact on the Irish peasantry. The conversation covers key figures like Trevelyan and the Quaker relief efforts led by William Edward Forster, as well as the long-term consequences: mass emigration, the decline of the Irish language, and…
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