UNDERSTANDING IRISH CENSUS RETURNS

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While recently searching for a family on the Irish Census Returns for 1901, I found it very difficult to find them.  They appeared on the 1911 census return and it … Read More

CHRISTMAS AND GENEALOGY

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We are coming near the festive season and a time when we get an opportunity to catch up with family and friends over the Christmas and New Year.   This … Read More

Where to find your Ancestors!

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If you are trying to find your ancestors in Ireland, there are many sources that you can look in. Sometimes they can turn up in the most unexpected places! Always look … Read More

Emmigration in the 19th Century

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Having just visited the Titanic Quarter in Belfast at the weekend, it prompted me to write this blog on emmigration from Ireland, particularly in the 19th century.   I think … Read More