Irish mineworkers with Coal Region connections in the silver mines of Colorado | Transatlantic podcast

Transatlantic podcast episode with Jake Wynn Public Historian about Irish immigration in Pennsylvania

When the Molly Maguire era ended in violent repression, hundreds of Irish miners fled PA's Coal Region — some traveling 1,700 miles west to Leadville, Colorado, and bringing their legal troubles with them. Dr. Jim Walsh of UC Denver joins the Transatlantic podcast and as part of their discussion, shares these fascinating connections. Listen to the episode.

“The Irish in Pennsylvania Coal Country” | Interview on the “Transatlantic” podcast

Transatlantic podcast episode with Jake Wynn Public Historian about Irish immigration in Pennsylvania

Join me, Fin Dwyer, and Damian Shiels on the “Transatlantic” podcast for a deep dive into how 19th-century Irish newcomers shaped coal mining communities in eastern Pennsylvania. From labor battles to cultural legacies, discover their enduring impact on the region’s history. Listen to the full story.