Irish San Francisco
“Irish San Francisco” by John Garvey, published by Arcadia Publishing Library Editions in March 2008, offers a detailed exploration of the significant role the Irish community has played in shaping San Francisco. This edition, comprising 130 pages, delves into the historical presence of Irish immigrants in the city, highlighting their contributions from the mid-19th century to the present day.
Readers will find a rich narrative that illustrates how the Irish have influenced various aspects of San Francisco life, from street names to churches and iconic buildings. The book discusses the legacy of institutions like the Hibernia Bank, established by Irish immigrants, and the cultural significance of local pubs. Through this examination, Garvey presents a comprehensive view of the Irish heritage that continues to resonate throughout the city.
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The Irish have always been an important part of San Francisco. An 1852 census showed that almost nine percent of the city of 36,000 hailed from Ireland; by 1900, nearly a quarter of the population had come here from the Emerald Isle. Today a walk through any part of the city will showcase influential Irish street names such as Downey, Fell, Kearney, O’Farrell, O’Shaughnessy, and McAllister. Churches such as St. Brigid’s and St. Patrick’s still are supported by many of the faithful, while landmark buildings such as the Fairmont, Phelan, and Flood stand sentinel over the city’s bustling downtown. Many businesspeople handle their finances through the successors of the original Hibernia Bank, established here by Irish immigrants in 1859. And after work, many folks like to relax with a pint at pubs such as Kate O’Brien’s, Abbey Tavern, or the Little Shamrock.
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