The Celtic Cross
Description:
English:
Raised in 1909 by members of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, this monument honours the memory of the thousands of Irish immigrants who died on Grosse Île in 1847. Inscriptions in Irish, French and English recall their tragic destiny during the Great Famine.
French:
Érigé en 1909 par des membres de l’Ancient Order of Hibernians, ce monument honore la mémoire des milliers d’immigrants irlandais décédés à la Grosse-Île en 1847. Des inscriptions en gaélique, en français et en anglais rappellent leur tragique destin lors de la Grande Famine.
LocationMem:
Near Rue de la Marina, near Berthier-sur-Mer,
Institution:
Ancient Order of Hibernians in America and dedicated Feast of the Assumption
Official/Unofficial:
Official (Historical Marker Database)
Date of Dedication:
1909
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