April 21, 1847 - Rev. Robert Traill dies of “famine fever”

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Step back into one of the darkest and most defining moments in Irish history—April 21st, 1847—when Reverend Robert Traill of Schull, County Cork, became a martyr of compassion during the height of the Great Famine. This powerful episode of This Day in Irish History explores the life, sacrifice, and enduring legacy of a man who faced unimaginable suffering with unshakable humanity. As famine fever—typhus—ravaged the countryside, Reverend Traill turned his home and local schools into lifelines, feeding hundreds daily, often out of his own pocket, until the very disease he fought against claimed his life.

This isn’t just a history lesson—it’s a deeply human story about courage, sacrifice, and the moral cost of political neglect. Discover how Reverend Traill, a Protestant minister in a Catholic region, bridged class and creed with an unrelenting spirit of service. Through vivid diary entries and historical context, we revisit the raw horror of “Black '47,” and ask what it means to stand for what’s right when the world turns its back.

Whether you're a history buff, a student of Irish heritage, or someone drawn to stories of resilience and integrity, this episode delivers powerful insights and emotional depth. Learn about the man whose legacy isn’t marked by monuments, but by the lives he touched and the truth he left behind.