I've heard arguments both that "Irish need not apply" signs were largely a myth and that they were, in fact, common. Is there a consensus among historians on the issue? | AskHistorians Archive Observer

I've heard arguments both that "Irish need not apply" signs were largely a myth and that they were, in fact, common. Is there a consensus among historians on the issue?

by td4999

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I talked about the historiography of “No Irish Need Apply” in this earlier answer, if you’re interested!