Everything Everywhere Daily The Irish Potato Famine (Encore)
Jan 17, 2024
Exploring the devastating impact of the potato blight during the Great Irish Famine, the economic and political situation in Ireland, the significance of potatoes, the spread of the blight, and the British response and long-lasting impact on Irish history and demographics.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Economic and Political Situation in Ireland during the Potato Famine
02:21 • 3min
The Significance of Potatoes in Ireland and the Devastating Potato Blight
04:55 • 2min
The Devastating Impact of the Irish Potato Famine
06:51 • 5min
The British Response and the Impact of the Great Irish Famine
11:25 • 2min