emeritrixMar 18
Some of my ancestors.
#Irish #Choctaw #StPatricksDay
https://www.choctawnation.com/about/history/irish-connection/
Show threadVolineMar 18
@anarchademic
Have you seen the children's book about this?
Show threademeritrixMar 18
@Voline is it this one?
Show threadVolineMar 18
@anarchademic
Yes! I think it is.
Show threadLevka

@Voline @anarchademic

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/unlikely-enduring-friendship-between-ireland-choctaw-nation-180982700/

The Unlikely, Enduring Friendship Between Ireland and the Choctaw Nation

One act of generosity during the Great Famine forged a bond that transcends generations

Smithsonian Magazine
Mar 20 at 1:54amWeb