Efforts were made during their immigration to portray the Irish as a distinct "race," revealing biological differences from other white ethnics.

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During their immigration, particularly in the 19th century, the Irish were often depicted as a distinct "race" with supposed biological differences from other white ethnic groups, as part of the nativist and anti-immigrant sentiments prevalent at the time. This portrayal was used to justify discrimination and social exclusion.

Efforts Were Made During Their Immigration to Portray the Irish