it is a term for those sent down from the north into the south to "build back better", where they carried fancy bags made of material that resembled carpets of the day. derogatory term for yankee business men.

also, the Irish had been fleeing Ireland due to the potato famine of the 1840's and the harsh treatment from the british govt. it was during this time that NINA was used (No Irish Need Apply). that you are comparing these immigrants to todays illegals is not cool. total different circumstances. also look into the draft riots of nyc and what caused them, that might be where the citizenship for service may have come from. my understanding is it is a long standing policy from the revolutionary war where immigrants could have a better chance of citizenship by proving loyalty to this country by honorable military service. If I am wrong, I would love to know what the truth in these matters are, show me.

it is a term for those sent down from the north into the south to "build back better", where they carried fancy bags made of material that resembled carpets of the day. derogatory term for yankee business men.