One response to this event was Robert Peel's decision to repeal the Corn Laws.
People escaping during this event utilized the McCorkell Line to seek passage to Canada and US. In the country where this took place, it is referred to as "an Gorta Mor" or "an Drochshaol." One response to this event was Robert Peel's decision to repeal the Corn Laws. Thought to be caused an oomycete known as Phytophthora infestans, this event resulted in approximately a million deaths. For 10 points, name this massive dying caused by a blight, which affected a particular crop in the 1840's and 50's in Ireland.
People escaping during this event utilized the McCorkell Line to seek passage to Canada and US.
Irish {Potato Famine}