The Irish Legacy: The History of the Irish in Western Massachusetts Photography covers the events leading up

covers the events leading up to the flood

" a stunning collection of hundreds of images form the earliest days of Bay County in the mid-1800s through the early days of 20th century

in partnership with the Historical Society of Old Newbury

ISBN: 9781597255844

000 photo submissions and more than 750

The Irish Legacy: The History of the Irish in Western Massachusetts Photography covers the events leading upThis hardcover, pictorial coffee table book features the incredibly rich history of the Irish immigrants in Western Massachusetts. Fought by the thousands in the Civil War, they fled famine and oppression, labored at the Springfield Armory, and helped create a nation through public service. This book tells that story, tracing the history of nearly 100,000 Irish citizens in this area. ^^ Slideshow ^^ ^^ Featured ^^ Historic photos from 1800s through