How do I recover my lost files?

Greetings,
Two days ago, in attempt to clean up my computer, I transferred all of my files to an external hard drive, including my LR files with a document ending in, ".ircat".
When I tried to open LR yesterday, none of my files appeared.  I put the file back on my computer (from the external hard drive).  I reopened LR and only a few of my files are showing (my most recent import and some random files).  However, the majority of my almost 5,000 files are gone.  I can see the names of certain galleries,  the color labels, and I can even see if I've edited the photo or sent it to quick collection.  However, I cannot see the photo itself.  There are question marks next to folders that are completely empty.  Is there a way to get my files back or did I damage them in the transfer?
I look forward to your response.
Best,
Intheimagephoto

You locate the "missing folder" and click "choose"
And don't move them outside Lightroom!!!

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