Emigration: Emigration refers specifically to leaving one's own country to settle permanently in another country. Many Irish citizens emigrated during the Potato Famine in search of better opportunities abroad.
Famine relief efforts: Famine relief efforts were organized actions taken by various groups and organizations to provide aid and assistance to those suffering from hunger and deprivation during times of famine.
Tenant farmers: Tenant farmers were agricultural workers who rented land from larger landowners (landlords) and paid rent through farming activities or other means. Many Irish citizens affected by the Potato Famine were tenant farmers.