From the Emerald Isle to the Brass City: American Heritage

In the 19th century, millions of Irish people crossed the Atlantic Ocean in search of a better life. Many of them ended up in the United States, where they faced many challenges, including discrimination, poverty, and violence. But they also brought with them a rich culture and heritage that has had a profound impact on American society.

One of the places where Irish immigrants settled in large numbers was Waterbury, Connecticut. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Waterbury was a major center of brass manufacturing, and Irish immigrants played a key role in the city's industrial development. They worked in the factories, built the homes, and raised families. They also founded churches, schools, and other institutions that helped to create a sense of community.

Waterbury Irish: From the Emerald Isle to the Brass City (American Heritage)

by Janet Maher

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The story of the Irish in Waterbury is a microcosm of the Irish immigrant experience in America. It is a story of struggle and hardship, but also of hope and perseverance. It is a story that is worth telling, and it is a story that is still relevant today.

In this book, I will tell the story of the Irish in Waterbury, Connecticut. I will draw on historical research, oral histories, and personal stories to paint a vivid picture of their lives and experiences. I will explore the challenges they faced, the contributions they made, and the legacy they left behind.

I hope that this book will help readers to understand the Irish immigrant experience in America. I also hope that it will inspire them to learn more about their own heritage and to appreciate the contributions that immigrants have made to our country.

Here is a preview of some of the topics that I will cover in this book:

• The arrival of Irish immigrants in Waterbury
• The challenges they faced, including discrimination, poverty, and violence
• Their contributions to Waterbury's industrial development
• The founding of Irish churches, schools, and other institutions
• The development of Irish identity in Waterbury
• The legacy of the Irish in Waterbury

I am confident that this book will be a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in Irish-American history, immigration history, or American heritage.

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About the author

I am a historian and writer with a passion for Irish-American history. I have written extensively about the Irish immigrant experience in the United States, and I am the author of several books on the topic. I am also a frequent lecturer on Irish-American history, and I have appeared on numerous radio and television programs.

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Waterbury Irish: From the Emerald Isle to the Brass City (American Heritage)

by Janet Maher

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	6808 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	242 pages

FREE