The Luck of the Irish (Meaning + Offensive Origin)

The Luck of the Irish saying began its life during the gold rush years in the USA, when some used it as a way of explaining the 'luck' hard working Irish
We get asked about the Luck of the Irish meaning on an almost weekly basis. The Luck of the Irish saying began its life during the gold rush years in the USA, when some used it as a way of explaining the 'luck' hard working Irish miners experienced from

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Irish Luck: What Is The True Meaning Behind The Luck Of The Irish

Where does the phrase 'Luck of the Irish' come from?

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The Luck of The Irish in America [Infographic]