Excavation Starts at Irish Home for Unwed Mothers' Mass Baby Grave
Excavation has begun at the former St. Mary's Mother and Baby Home in Tuam, Ireland, to recover the remains of around 800 children who died there between 1925 and 1961, many of whom are believed to be buried in septic tanks. The site, linked to a dark chapter in Irish history involving the Catholic Church and government, is part of an effort to address past abuses and identify the victims through DNA analysis. The project highlights the historical mistreatment of unwed mothers and their children, and the ongoing quest for truth and reconciliation.
