Barry was as a boy poor in worldly possessions but rich in the possession of the best of inheritances. His nature was strong and firm and full of the characteristic vigor of his race. His blood was red and never changed. Barry was driven from home by the shortsighted policy of oppression which England adopted toward his native country. Like thousands of other Irishmen. he turned his eyes toward that haven of liberty that was looming up in the Western world. The immigrant ship brought Barry. Deprived by law in his native land of all opportunity for study. John Barry found in America the chance for selfimprovement.
Identified stereotypes
Irish people are described as having strong and firm natures and red blood.