Photos of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations

In the 5th century, Maewyn Succat, later known as St. Patrick, was born in Wales and enslaved in Ireland before returning as a missionary to convert pagans to Christianity. By the 17th century, his legacy was officially celebrated, with March 17 designated as a feast day in his honor by the Catholic Church. St. Patrick’s Day has since evolved into a global celebration, marked by parades and festivities that transcend its religious origins, embraced by Irish immigrants and non-Irish participants alike.

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