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Faces of America  The legacy of British colonialism and Irish Americans

Stephen Colbert talks about what it means to be Irish in America. Details

 

Program: Faces of America

Episode: The legacy of British colonialism and Irish Americans

Stephen Colbert talks about what it means to be Irish in America, the legacy of British colonialism, and a surprising discovery about his wife’s heritage.

Duration: (2:49)
Premiere Date: 01/20/2010
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR


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