Bostonians pioneered St. Patrick's Day celebrations in North America on March 17, 1737, uniting to honor their Irish roots and the patron saint of Ireland. Initially held downtown by the Ancient Order of Hibernians, the festivities later shifted to South Boston in 1901, coinciding with the area's strong Irish presence and historical [...]
History of South Boston's St. Paddy's Day Parade
- By Suzanne Conway
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