Why Are People Fleeing Europe’s Richest Country
🏰 In 1169, Dermot MacMurrough’s invasion of Ireland initiated a centuries-long Anglo-Irish conflict, intertwined with the evolving economics of Ireland due to their proximity. 🍀 Ireland’s rich natural and cultural landscape has been shaped by its tumultuous history, including a significant narrative of emigration, deeply influenced by the economy of Ireland. ⚖️ The late 18th-century English dominance over Ireland led to the 1798 Irish rebellion and subsequent political unification under the Act of Union, significantly impacting the Irish economy. 🥔 The 19th-century Great Potato Famine drastically reduced Ireland’s population and led to widespread emigration, altering the country’s language, identity, and economic framework. 📈 The 20th and 21st centuries saw Ireland’s economic struggles and growth, including the Celtic Tiger boom, the 2008 financial crash, and a recent housing crisis in Ireland driving new emigration waves, reflecting the dynamic nature of Ireland’s economic growth.
Credit to : Civitas GeoEconomics