From That Small Island: The Story of the Irish

With contributions drawing from genetics and archaeology we piece together the fascinating jigsaw of Ireland’s earliest inhabitants.

By taking a snapshot of Europe in the year 1,000 and Ireland’s place within it, we trace the story of the Normans, or as they called themselves, the English.

Between 1600 and 1700, continental Europe was the main destination for tens of thousands of Irish migrants. This was the first Irish diaspora.

From JFK to global peacekeepers, the Irish story spans continents and culture - ending with a deeper question: what does it mean to be Irish in today’s diverse world?