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Irish in St. Louis
Lectures
The Inspiring History of the Irish in St. Louis
Follow the moving account of St. Louis' Irish immigrants in their struggle to survive bigotry and discrimination. You'll learn that the average life span in the ghetto was 14; how violent gangs ruled and fought for turf in the impoverished area known as the Kerry Patch; how men were met with signs of "No Irish Need Apply" in their search for decent jobs.
Meet the heroes - the marvelous Mullanphy family, the first Irish millionaires; the courageous firefighter Phelim O'Toole; and other unforgettable figures. See how the Irish survived, flourished and became a vital part of St. Louis history.