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Transatlantic: An Irish American History Podcast
1917: The American Invasion of Ireland
In 1917, the USA entered the First World War. Some of the first Americans to arrive in Europe were stationed in Ireland. However, this did not go entirely to plan. While Irish American sailors based in Cork were excited to see the land of their forefathers for the first time, many in Ireland were less than enthused. The island was hurtling towards a revolution and the War of Independence. Irish republicans viewed the Americans as coming to aid Britain in what was becoming a deeply unpopular war. This led to clashes between Irish revolutionaries and US Navy personnel. Beyond these political tensions, relationships between Irish women and American sailors also caused resentment and tension.
In this episode, Damian and Fin explore this forgotten story from World War I. We reveal the violence that erupted around the war and also look at the lives of Irish war brides—women who married sailors and emigrated to the USA, where life could be challenging and difficult.
Episode 4 looks at the Forgotten Generations - The Irish who emigrated before the Great Hunger of the 1840s. Subscribe to Transatlantic here and get that episode when it drops.
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The Irish Witch of Boston: The Prelude to Salem
01:00:39|Ann Glover was a poor Irish woman who lived in late 17th century Boston. Although she is a largely forgotten figure, she played a significant role in the famous Salem witchcraft trials. In 1688, Ann was accused of being a witch. Her trial and execution would shape the harrowing events that played out in nearby Salem just a few years later.In this episode, Fin and Damian explore Ann's life, what we know about her, and why we should remember her story.Subscribe to Transatlantic - An Irish American History Podcast: https://linktr.ee/transatlanticpod
1. Who Was the First Irish Person in the Americas?
41:48||Season 1, Ep. 1In the first episode of Transatlantic: An Irish American History Podcast, historians Fin Dwyer and Damian Shiels embark on a quest to uncover the identity of the first Irish person to reach America.Was it St. Brendan, the intrepid Irish monk who is said to have voyaged across the Atlantic centuries before Columbus?Could it have been an Irish woman taken captive by Vikings who reached Newfoundland around 1000 AD?Perhaps it was an Irish sailor aboard one of Columbus' ships?Join us as we delve into historical records, legends, and scholarly debates to explore these intriguing possibilities. Through expert analysis and engaging storytelling, we aim to shed light on this captivating chapter of Irish American history.Subscribe to Transatlantic today and be the first to listen to Episode 2 on the Forgotten Irish Witch of Boston: https://linktr.ee/transatlanticpod
Transatlantic - A History of Irish America
05:50||Season 1, Ep. 0Transatlantic, the new podcast from Fin Dwyer and Damian Shiels, explores the history between Ireland and North America. Today, over 30 million Americans claim Irish ancestry. While many trace their origins to emigrants during the Great Hunger of the 1840s, Ireland's complex relationship with North America stretches back centuries. In this brand new show, Fin and Damian bring you on a journey exploring connections between Ireland and the Americas.Series one is packed with fascinating stories.Episode 1, coming on September 9th, looks at who the first Irish person to cross the Atlantic was. We will be exploring some fascinating and forgotten stories from our past, including Goody Glover, an Irish woman who was hanged as a witch in Boston, and the forgotten American invasion of Cork! We will also explore more well-known stories, including the experiences of emigrants during the Great Hunger and how Irish emigrants shaped the US Civil War.Subscribe to Transatlantic today – Episode 1 drops on September 9th.