He struck me as having the skin coloration and features that, today, get interpreted as being white. However, I have not met him in person. Perhaps I have not seen the correct pictures.
In the 1840's and 50's, "Irish need not apply" signs were common in the states where job openings were concerned. But by the late 19th century, the Irish controlled politics in many large American cities, including New York.
In the 1840's and 50's, "Irish need not apply" signs were common in the states where job openings were concerned. But by the late 19th century, the Irish controlled politics in many large American cities, including New York.
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