Catalog of Lectures

This lecture provides a brief introduction to the seeds of forces pushing the Scots-Irish out of Ireland.  It begins with 17th century Ireland: revolt, confiscation, and plantation. Next, the 18th and 19th century forces are covered:  penal Laws, Test Act, and rebellion.  Throughout the lecture, sources of information are covered.  

This lecture covers major waves of emigration beginning in the 17th century.  Topics include why the Irish left and what regions of Ireland they came from, and where they settled.