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from that small island: the story of the irish

Episode 3 follows the first Irish diaspora to Europe in the 1600s as a result of events at home and then later to various destinations in the New World. The numbers of Irish leaving for Europe slowed, and increasingly, the Irish looked westward for new hope. Their destination was the British Colonies of North America.

Duration: 50 minutes and 35 seconds

Episode Number: 103

About From That Small Island: The Story of the Irish:

Shot on location in 17 countries worldwide, FROM THAT SMALL ISLAND: THE STORY OF THE IRISH is an ambitious, groundbreaking four-part documentary series that tells the story of the Irish from the very first inhabitants to the present day, tracing the ebb and flow of people into and out of the island.

Produced by the same team behind the multi-award-winning 1916: the Irish Rebellion, the series provides a compelling narrative of Ireland and its people.

Narrated by Colin Farrell and featuring an original score by Colm Mac Con Iomaire, FROM THAT SMALL ISLAND is a journey through time, identity and the enduring spirit of a people whose story continues to shape the world.


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