History of the Irish Settlers in North America from the Earliest Period to the Census of 1850 - Mcgee, Thomas D'Arcy
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Covers the early explorations of North America, the settlements of the Irish, their role in the AThis volume begins with a brief account of early explorations of North America. Several chapters are then devoted to a discussion of the first settlements of Irish immigrants in the various colonies of North America, followed by descriptions of the Irish role in the American Revolution and the early Federal period. There are also discussions of the Irish Famines of 1846-7 and 1848, the Irish in Mexico and South America, and the Irish population of the United States as revealed in the Federal Census…mehr

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Covers the early explorations of North America, the settlements of the Irish, their role in the AThis volume begins with a brief account of early explorations of North America. Several chapters are then devoted to a discussion of the first settlements of Irish immigrants in the various colonies of North America, followed by descriptions of the Irish role in the American Revolution and the early Federal period. There are also discussions of the Irish Famines of 1846-7 and 1848, the Irish in Mexico and South America, and the Irish population of the United States as revealed in the Federal Census of 1850. Copies of the original printing of this book are difficult to find. An every name index has been added as an aid to researchers.merican Revolution and the early Federal Period, the famines of 1846-48 and the Irish in Mexico and South America.
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Thomas D'Arcy McGee (1825-1868) was an influential Irish-Canadian politician, journalist, and poet, renowned for his pivotal role in the confederation of Canada. Born in Ireland, he became a prominent figure in the Young Ireland movement before moving to Canada in 1842. McGee's writing, characterized by its passionate advocacy for Irish nationalism and Canadian unity, helped shape the cultural landscape of his adopted country. As a member of the Canadian Parliament, he was a strong proponent of a united Canada, emphasizing the importance of cooperation among diverse cultures. Tragically, McGee's life was cut short when he was assassinated in 1868, a victim of political strife. His legacy endures through his contributions to Canadian identity and the literary world, marked by works that celebrated both his Irish heritage and his commitment to his new homeland. McGee is remembered as a champion of democracy, multiculturalism, and national unity.