Check out these images of 19th century Ireland

The US Library of Congress has a very impressive archive.

THE US LIBRARY of Congress has an amazing collection of prints.

Its archives are populated by historic gems from all over the world – including the below images that capture scenes in late 19th century Ireland.

Check out these images of 19th century Ireland

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Irish peasant farmer
Powerscourt Waterfall, County Wicklow
O'Connell Street, Dublin
Glenariff, County Antrim
Irish jaunting car
Patrick Street, Cork
Irish woman

All images: LOC

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Check out these images of 19th century Ireland

Irish peasant farmer

Powerscourt Waterfall, County Wicklow

O'Connell Street, Dublin

Glenariff, County Antrim

Irish jaunting car

Patrick Street, Cork

Irish woman

View: Check out these stunning images of Ireland’s monuments

View: This photographer took an eerie trip around abandoned Soviet spaces

Making a difference

A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation.