Irish Potato Famine sent over 4,000 young Irish girls to Australia, between 1848 and 1850. My 2x great grandmother was an Earl Grey Famine girl who came to live a long and successful life. Monthly posts from members celebrate their contributions to family history storytelling — in all its forms. Posts may be written or recorded (audio or video) will be shared for free each month.
Thank you for posting my story about my 2x great grandmother.
I had no idea of this scheme. Thanks Jennifer for sharing. I can see why family history and genealogy is SO interesting!
This was new to me too-- thanks!