No, Scots-Irish are not generally considered Irish, though they share a complex and intertwined history. Scots-Irish are the descendants of Lowland Scots who migrated to Northern Ireland (Ulster) and later to North America, while Irish typically refer to the native population of the Republic of Ireland.
Elaboration:
Distinct Origins:
Scots-Irish have a different origin story than the Irish. They are descendants of Scottish settlers who migrated to Ulster in the 17th century, while Irish are primarily descendants of the indigenous population of Ireland.
Cultural Differences:
While both groups share some common Celtic heritage, Scots-Irish developed a distinct culture, influenced by their Scottish roots and their time in Ulster.
Migration Patterns:
Scots-Irish primarily migrated to North America, while Irish migrated to various parts of the world, including North America, but also to other places like Australia and New Zealand.
Language and Identity:
Some Scots-Irish may still identify as Scots or Ulster Scots, while Irish primarily identify as Irish.
Historical Context:
The term "Scotch-Irish" emerged in the United States after the Irish Potato Famine, as Scots-Irish sought to distinguish themselves from the Catholic Irish who were experiencing hardship at that time.
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Even that is simplistic. They are 'borderers'. Anglo-Saxons that settled in the border region around the English-Scottish border. Plus there is Welsh there and then further breeding with the local Irish population when they got settled in Ireland a few centuries ago.
Joe_McCarthy 1 points 3 hours ago
Either/or. Or Ulster Scots.
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No, Scots-Irish are not generally considered Irish, though they share a complex and intertwined history. Scots-Irish are the descendants of Lowland Scots who migrated to Northern Ireland (Ulster) and later to North America, while Irish typically refer to the native population of the Republic of Ireland.
Elaboration:
Distinct Origins:
Scots-Irish have a different origin story than the Irish. They are descendants of Scottish settlers who migrated to Ulster in the 17th century, while Irish are primarily descendants of the indigenous population of Ireland.
Cultural Differences:
While both groups share some common Celtic heritage, Scots-Irish developed a distinct culture, influenced by their Scottish roots and their time in Ulster.
Migration Patterns:
Scots-Irish primarily migrated to North America, while Irish migrated to various parts of the world, including North America, but also to other places like Australia and New Zealand.
Language and Identity:
Some Scots-Irish may still identify as Scots or Ulster Scots, while Irish primarily identify as Irish.
Historical Context:
The term "Scotch-Irish" emerged in the United States after the Irish Potato Famine, as Scots-Irish sought to distinguish themselves from the Catholic Irish who were experiencing hardship at that time.
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Even that is simplistic. They are 'borderers'. Anglo-Saxons that settled in the border region around the English-Scottish border. Plus there is Welsh there and then further breeding with the local Irish population when they got settled in Ireland a few centuries ago.
Even the OP can be confused. Alternate cover:
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Look at the idiotic use of those two flags. The men of Ulster hate the second and the first depending on the context of its use.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBptJI4UHAM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-eGUqrsdUk4