Archives of the Irish experience throughout the world can be found in destination countries, and some of these are online. These are useful for scholars but are also fun for just browsing around – there’s a host of gems here! Britain Archive of the Irish in Britain US Archives of Irish America – Includes several… Continue reading Primary documents
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Oral histories
There has been a wonderful trend in recent years of collecting emigrants’ oral histories. Many of those contributing their memories are elderly, and these books, films and websites are an invaluable record of the struggles and triumphs of ordinary people, many of whom have extraordinary stories. Know of any other oral history projects? Drop me… Continue reading Oral histories
Radio reports focus on emigrant destinations
RTE reporter Cian McCormack has done a four-part series on the station’s Morning Ireland radio show covering emigration to the US, Australia, Britain and Canada. To listen, visit RTE’s archives: Emigrating to the US in search of work – 3 March Australia still popular with Irish emigrants – 4 March Emigrating to Britain – 5… Continue reading Radio reports focus on emigrant destinations