The most important Irish American moments in history

From the first Irish Catholic president to beloved people and images in US history the Irish have made quite an impression. From John F. Kennedy's election to Riverdance and the Quiet Man, Irish Americans have left quite a mark on the world. We take a look at some of these hugely significant moments.

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