The Irish Potato Famine Explained For #genalpha

"Yo squad, it’s the 1840s, and Ireland’s in a major food crisis. The potato—basically their GOAT food—gets hit with this nasty blight. Potatoes are rotting left and right, and people are like, 'Bruh, what are we even supposed to eat now?' The vibes? Straight-up tragic."

"Here’s the tea: Irish families were hard carrying on potatoes for their meals. When the crop went bust, everyone was starving. But plot twist—it’s not just bad luck. The British were still shipping food out of Ireland, even while people were dying. Total 'you’re on your own' energy."

"The famine dragged on for seven years, and the fallout was huge. Over a million people died, and another million dipped out on 'coffin ships'—basically the 1800s version of Spirit Airlines, but way worse. The Irish diaspora? Major glow-up, with folks settling all over the world."

"The legacy? Ireland took a massive L, but it fueled their push for independence and showed their unreal resilience. The famine was brutal, but the Irish people came out of it with their culture and vibes still undefeated. Moral of the story? Never underestimate a squad with heart."