What were the forces that pushed the Irish out of Ireland?
-About half of the new immigrants were Catholics from Ireland. A terrible plant disease had killed Ireland's main food crop, potatoes. Almost a million Irish starved to death. Another million and a half came to America. They were penniless and didn't have many job skills. Many men got jobs building the railroads. Women became servants.
What challenges did the Irish face once they were in America?
- Irish immigrants faced many harsh and trying challenges during their transition from foreigners to true Americans. They faced the anti-Catholicism attitude most Americans shared, stereotypes and labels placed on them, destitution, and many other trials and tribulations. However, these seemingly unbearable conditions and unfortunate times brought forth an invaluable addition to the American race.
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