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* The largest number of Irish immigrants went to the United States, with over 4.5 million arriving between 1820 and 1930.
* Irish immigrants were attracted to the United States by the availability of land, jobs, and religious freedom.
* Many Irish immigrants settled in cities such as Boston, New York, and Philadelphia, where they found work in factories, construction, and domestic service.
United Kingdom
* The second largest number of Irish immigrants went to the United Kingdom, with over 1 million arriving between 1820 and 1930.
* Irish immigrants were attracted to the United Kingdom by the availability of jobs in agriculture, industry, and construction.
* Many Irish immigrants settled in cities such as London, Liverpool, and Manchester, where they found work in factories, mills, and shipyards.
Canada
* The third largest number of Irish immigrants went to Canada, with over 1 million arriving between 1820 and 1930.
* Irish immigrants were attracted to Canada by the availability of land, jobs, and religious freedom.
* Many Irish immigrants settled in provinces such as Ontario, Quebec, and Nova Scotia, where they found work in farming, logging, and construction.
Other countries
* Smaller numbers of Irish immigrants also went to other countries, such as Australia, New Zealand, and Argentina.
* Irish immigrants were attracted to these countries by the availability of land, jobs, and religious freedom.