The Connecticut Irish American Historical Society

CTIAHS Upcoming Calendar of Events

(Events that are run by other Irish organizations may be found on our 'Bulletin Board'.)

IRISH HUNGER VICTIMS TO BE MEMORIALIZED

On Sunday, May 20, the New London Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians will join the Irish Government and the international Irish Diaspora in commemorating the victims of the Irish Hunger of 1845-1850, known historically as "the worst social disaster in 19th century European history". The Great Hunger ravished Ireland and almost eradicated her culture. The victims were the more than 1 million who died unidentified and simply dumped in unmarked mass graves, and, the millions who sought refuge by emigrating only to be buried at sea or, again unidentified, buried in mass graves at quarantine stations in North America. The Hunger emigration ultimately resulted in the creation of Irish America. There will be a short video shown in the auditorium at St. Joseph’s School, New London, after the noon Mass. The video will be preceded by a late lunch-light supper for which the cost will be $10 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under; proceeds from this event will be donated to local soup kitchens. For reservations call Sean Moore at 443-2058.