American Irish
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Author_William V. Shannon
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Catholic influence in U.S. society
community newspapers and activism
contributions to national identity
cultural traditions from Ireland abroad
diaspora communities in North America
education and parochial schools
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ethnic identity and assimilation
ethnic neighborhoods in major cities
ethnic pride and prejudice
ethnic stereotypes and resilience
family networks and chain migration
famine migration waves
folklore and storytelling legacy
fraternal organizations and mutual aid
Gaelic roots in the New World
historical photo archives
history of Irish immigration
immigrant entrepreneurship
immigrant political movements
influence on American literature
influence on popular culture
Irish American heritage
labor movement leadership
military service by immigrants
music and performance heritage
nativism and anti-immigrant backlash
neighborhood parish life
nineteenth century newcomers
police forces and ethnic representation
public service careers
role in shaping city politics
saloon culture and social clubs
social mobility through civil service
St. Patrick's Day traditions
theater and stage traditions
transatlantic migration stories
upward mobility narratives
urban political machines
working-class culture in America
Product details
- ISBN 9780870236891
- Weight: 857g
- Dimensions: 164 x 228mm
- Publication Date: 30 Oct 1989
- Publisher: University of Massachusetts Press
- Publication City/Country: US
- Product Form: Paperback
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This work is a history of the Irish in the United States. The aim of the author is to explore those areas in which the Irish have made a contribution to American culture, including politics, religion, literature, drama and such specialized activities as prizefighting and law enforcement.
