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Letters Across the Atlantic | Milwaukee News
Discover the hidden stories of Irish emigrants through thousands of heartfelt letters spanning centuries, now on display at Milwaukee Irish Fest. These raw, emotional missives—from the Great Famine to the mid-1900s—reveal the grit, grief, and hope of building new lives across the ocean. Professor Daniel Carey’s theatrical adaptation brings these voices to life, showing how Milwaukee’s identity was forged by Irish hands and hearts. From grueling voyages to uncertain futures, these letters expose the truth behind immigration: a universal longing for belonging, connection, and survival. Listen…
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