Saint John in Saint John County, New Brunswick — The Atlantic Provinces (North America)
Irish Immigrant Memorial
A reproduction of the plaque on the original cross is shown below.
This monument was erected in memory of more than 2000 Irish immigrants who died of typhus fever contracted on shipboard during the voyage from Ireland during the famine year 1847, and of whom 600 were buried in this island.
This cross also commemorates the devotion and sacrifice of Dr. Patrick Collins, who, after ministering to the victims of the disease, himself contracted it and died.
Designed and erected by George McArthur -- 1927.
Erected 1967.
Topics. This historical marker and memorial is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Charity & Public Work. A significant historical year for this entry is 1967.
Location. 45° 16.012′ N, 66° 3.62′ W. Marker is in Saint John, New Brunswick, in Saint John County. Marker is on Water Street, 0 kilometers north of Prince William Street, on the left when traveling south. Memorial is in a grassy park in between Water Street and Prince William Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Saint John NB E2L 2C2, Canada. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker . A Portal to the New World (here, next to this marker); The "Three Lamps" (within shouting distance of this marker); An Island Abounding With Life (within shouting distance of this marker); Shedding Light on the Three Sisters Mystery (within shouting distance of this marker); The Marco Polo / Le Marco Polo (within shouting distance of this marker); The Largest in British North America (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Clearing Customs in Style (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); The Troop Fleet in the Days of Sail (approx. 0.4 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Saint John.
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