BBC
Bbc: History: The Irish Famine
BBC historian Jim Donnelly describes how a million people died of hunger in Ireland in the late 1840s, on the doorstep of the world's richest nation. Archived.
Library of Congress
Loc: Faces of America: Immigration: Irish
All you ever wanted to know about Irish immigration in America. Features an impressive timeline, great photos, maps, and original documents. Use the topics at the bottom of the page to navigate the site.
Hartford Web Publishing
World History Archives: The Great Hunger
This article discusses the aftermath of the potato famine; 4 million dead, 2.5 million refugees. Mentions the Irish peasantry, landlords, British Government, relief, and the cause of the famine.
Yale University
Yale New Haven Teachers Institute: Irish Immigrants in 19th Century America
Here, you will find lesson plans through which students research, study, and discuss the problems faced by Irish immigrants during the 19th century. Provides bibliographies, as well as effective strategies for studying Irish culture and...
The History Place
The History Place: Irish Potato Famine
The History Place provides complete history of the Irish Potato Famine and life in Ireland in the 19th century.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: St. Patrick's Day
Who was St. Patrick and why do we celebrate this holiday? The Library of Congress has background information and photos to help tell the story of St. Patrick's Day.
Ancestry
Ireland: The Famine Years
This site offers information about the famine years. Using a map of Ireland, authors discuss the percentages of the population living in the lowest class housing and the devastating effects of the famine.
A to Z Teacher Stuff
A to Z Teacher Stuff: St. Patrick's Day
How can you celebrate St. Patrick's Day with your students? Come and explore this informative resource that features several links to St. Patrick's Day activities, poems, and more. Includes PDF resources (require Adobe Reader).
Other
Kinsella Homepage: Irish Immigrants in America During the 19th Century
This site gives insight into what life was like for Irish immigrants who came to America during the 19th century.