Stories We Don't Tell: Realities of Surviving the Great Hunger
Irish History Podcast · Fin Dwyer
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Show Notes
The history of the Great Hunger is often recounted through statistics and impersonal narratives. There are many reasons for this, but one significant factor is that many survivors were reluctant to share their stories of survival. In this episode, based on letters from the 1840s, I uncover a challenging chapter in our history. Among the stories recounted is that of widow Elisa Kelly, who was exploited by her neighbors, and John Molloy, who was left with no option but to beg for help. Their stories may be inglorious, but they reveal the harsh realities of life during the Famine.
Additional Narrations: Aidan Crowe & Therese Murray
Sound by Kate Dunlea
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