Irish Immigration in New York City

Program Type:

Learning

Age Group:

Adults
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Event Details

Tom O’Reilly, Ph.D. Irish historian, Ancient Order of Hibernians, Smithtown, will discuss the influx of Irish immigration to New York City in the 1850s. Listen as he outlines the progress and setbacks of this group from corrupt Tammany Hall to the election of an Irish American as President of the United States of America. All are welcome to attend.