The Jeanie Johnston Famine Ship

The Jeanie Johnston Famine Ship

The Jeanie Johnston was a remarkable exception among the many “coffin ships” that carried Irish emigrants across the Atlantic during the Great Famine. While thousands perished on other famine ships, no one died aboard the Jeanie Johnston—thanks to the compassion and leadership of its captain and doctor. In this video, I explore the ship’s history, the perilous journeys of those fleeing Ireland, and why this vessel stands out in the tragic story of Irish emigration.
Credit to : Cathal the Storyteller