Irish Americans

Irish Americans have received many negative stereotypes just as much as the next ethnic group. It is common to hear that they are drunks, ignorant and unintelligent. Not only is the personality of this White Ethnic Group but also the physical appearance. They were referred to as dog like. In the 1800s scientists began to associate the facial angle with intelligence and character. Since the Irishman's face was dog like they were referred to as cowardly, primitive and uncivilized. They were seen as non white but over the years the view of the Irish has switched to that of hyper white. It is interesting to see how many white ethnic groups have elevated their social status to become equal to the rest of the "average" US citizen and in some cases more successful, powerful and influential.