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This is a comprehensive survey of the Irish in all phases of their emigration, settlement, and life in North America. They are viewed under arms in the Indian wars, the Revolution, the War of 1812, and in the individual services; studied in their states as pioneers and prominent sons; studied as politicians and builders of the Republic; and studied and surveyed in multiple lists and biographies. They are analyzed as financiers, businessmen, and civil servants, and their contributions are explained in statistical analyses of their numbers in proportion to the population of America as a whole. Most important, they are treated as major figures-whether great or small-and the wonder is that a book of this size can treat so many. Hundreds upon hundreds of Irish-Americans are dealt with, from the first immigrants to Barbados in 1649 to the political refugees of the 1840s.
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Thomas D'Arcy McGee (1825-1868) was an influential Irish-Canadian politician, journalist, and poet, renowned for his pivotal role in the confederation of Canada. Born in Ireland, he became a prominent figure in the Young Ireland movement before moving to Canada in 1842. McGee's writing, characterized by its passionate advocacy for Irish nationalism and Canadian unity, helped shape the cultural landscape of his adopted country. As a member of the Canadian Parliament, he was a strong proponent of a united Canada, emphasizing the importance of cooperation among diverse cultures. Tragically, McGee's life was cut short when he was assassinated in 1868, a victim of political strife. His legacy endures through his contributions to Canadian identity and the literary world, marked by works that celebrated both his Irish heritage and his commitment to his new homeland. McGee is remembered as a champion of democracy, multiculturalism, and national unity.
