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The Irish Potato Famine (Encore)

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The British Response and the Impact of the Great Irish Famine

This chapter delves into the British response and rule over Ireland during the time of the Great Famine, including land confiscation, absentee landlords, the middleman system, evictions, and failures to stop food exports. It also explores the long-lasting impact of the famine on Irish history and demographics.

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