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The book delves into the significant Irish immigration to Britain following World War II, highlighting the migrants' crucial contributions to the country's post-war recovery. It examines the economic and social factors driving this migration, as well as the diverse roles migrants took on, from laborers to healthcare workers, particularly in London. Additionally, it discusses the support networks established by the Irish community, including churches, pubs, and clubs, which fostered cultural ties and solidarity during this transformative period.
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Rebuilding London: Irish Migrants in Post-War Britain, Miki Garcia
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- Released
- 2016
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- Title
- Rebuilding London: Irish Migrants in Post-War Britain
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Miki Garcia
- Publisher
- History Press
- Released
- 2016
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 192
- ISBN13
- 9781845888770
- Category
- Social sciences, History, Maps and Travel, World history
- Description
- The book delves into the significant Irish immigration to Britain following World War II, highlighting the migrants' crucial contributions to the country's post-war recovery. It examines the economic and social factors driving this migration, as well as the diverse roles migrants took on, from laborers to healthcare workers, particularly in London. Additionally, it discusses the support networks established by the Irish community, including churches, pubs, and clubs, which fostered cultural ties and solidarity during this transformative period.