The Life Story of Irish 'Mother of Orphans' Margaret Haughery in New Orleans

Margaret Haughery was born in 1813 in the town of Carrigallen, Ireland, and throughout her life, she carried out one of the most striking examples of…

Forced to emigrate to the United States with her family at the age of five, Haughery faced hardships at an early age. Her life story is a deeply touching turning point that bears both the weight of personal…