Irish Memorial (Leacht Quimhneachain Na Gael) at Penn's Landing in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania by Glenna Goodacre

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The Irish Memorial at Penn's Landing in Philadelphia, created by Glenna Goodacre, commemorates the Great Hunger in Ireland from 1845 to 1850. It honors the millions who died or emigrated due to starvation and the resilience of the Irish people who contributed to American society. The memorial highlights the historical causes of the famine and the immigrant experience in the United States. It stands as a lasting tribute to Irish heritage and the enduring spirit of survival.