Irish History Podcast Breaking the Silence: Post-Famine Trauma in Ireland
May 21, 2024
Delving into the aftermath of the Great Hunger in Ireland, this podcast challenges the idea of a 'Great Silence' surrounding the traumatic events of the 1840s. It explores how grief, guilt, and trauma were expressed by survivors and discusses the impact of revisionist historians on shaping the narrative. Through the intriguing story of the Fitzgerald family and the legacy of Cecil's groundbreaking book on the famine, the podcast sheds light on the lasting impact of this tragic period in Irish history.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Intriguing Story of the Fitzgerald Family Through Generations
02:32 • 4min
The Evolution of Cecil's Writing Career
06:13 • 9min
The Legacy of The Great Hunger in 19th-Century Ireland
15:14 • 6min
Unveiling the Legacy of 'The Great Hunger'
20:49 • 11min
Historians' Impact on Public Understanding of Irish Famine
31:25 • 3min