Catherine Mulhern

Catherine Mulhern is a survivor of the Great Hunger and one of the last remaining witnesses to the devastating event. She was born in Dublin in 1830 and grew up in a family that was deeply affected by the famine. Mulhern has shared her story with Smith on several occasions and has become a prominent figure in Irish historical circles. She is known for her bravery and resilience in the face of unimaginable hardship. Mulhern is a private person and does not seek to draw attention to herself, but her story is an important part of Irish history.