Ireland's Forgotten Generation - RTE One documentary London Irish Homelessness
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 Published On Jul 8, 2020

2001(?) RTE one documentary about the Irish who had emigrated to London in the 50s/60s/70s in the search of work and the troubles that befell them. Many of these emigrants ended up marginalised by society and some became alcohol dependent with little or no recourse to return to Ireland. Feature Brian Cowan (whilst Minister for Foreign Affairs - Ireland - Fianna Fail) and John McDonell (UK - Labour MP). Sections also include Cricklewood, Camden Town, Arlington House. Uploaded for historical purpose (we had on video tape and have converted to MP4).

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