RUSSIAN EMIGRATION IN IRELAND: MID-19TH - SECOND THIRD OF THE 20TH CENTURY

Abstract

The article gives a general picture of the history of Russian emigration to Ireland from the mid-19th to the second third of the 20th century inclusive. By “Russian emigration” in this context are meant the natives of the Russian Empire and Soviet Russia. The main waves of emigration, their composition and main features are outlined. The most prominent representatives of the Russian emigrant community are named, which contributes to a more accurate understanding of this multifaceted phenomenon