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1. Describe being an American of Irish origin in the 1800s.

Irish Americans were not popular in mainstream America society. They lacked power, money, educational opportunity, and the respect of WASP society. They settled in their own neighborhoods, married within their own group, and worked hard to achieve equality.

2. Describe Joseph Patrick Kennedy.

Joseph Patrick Kennedy is a young Irishman who marries Rose Fitzgerald from Boston. A banking millionaire by the age of 26, Kennedy has 9 children with Rose and relocates to New York, gets involved with politics, and becomes the Ambassador to England.

3. Does Rose Fitzgerald's father accept Joseph Kennedy?

Rose Fitzgerald's father was wealthy and well respected. At first did not approve of the young suitor for his daughter's hand. However, Joe's success that made him a banking millionaire by the age of 26 certainly improved his standing with his father-in-law.

4. How did Joe become involved in politics?

In New York, Joe Kennedy aligned himself with the Democratic party, supporting Franklin Delano Roosevelt. After FDR was elected, Joe became chair of the Securities Commission and a few years later was appointed Ambassador to England.

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