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Recorded on March 28, 2001 by HB Smith @76 yrs old, exactly 10 yrs to the day before his passing.
I interviewed a women named Marg Gallagher who immigrated here from Ireland around 35 years ago and I learned a lot about her and how she came here.
(Interview 1:) A story of how my nan, Mary Walsh, moved from Ireland to America. She was only 16 years old at the time, and made a successful life for herself despite having to leave her family behind. She also...
Jennifer St.Leger (41) talks with husband, Jeff St.Leger (52) about coming immigrating from Ireland to New York in the 1980s.
As clearly displayed, Kathleen Stocker lived an extraordinary life. Through her travels, she is a prime example of the American Dream.
Faith Petric (93), by her friend Estelle Freedman (61) about her life as a professional folk singer.