Through the voices of real people, this book tells the complex history and present experience of Irish immigration in the United States. Irish immigrants have helped shape the United States since the 1700s, after they fled economic hardship and persecution. Despite challenges in their new homeland, including discrimination and xenophobia, Irish immigrants have made important contributions to America's economy and culture. Drawing on both primary and secondary sources, Irish Immigrants in the United States reveals the powerful stories of people who found the courage to build a new life.