SEARCHING IRISH CENSUS RETURNS

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When we start tracing back on our Irish ancestors, the first place to start looking for some clues are the 1911 and 1901 census returns in Ireland.  If we start … 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

Recycling in the 19th Century!

During the 19th century, domestic life was very difficult indeed, and particularly so for the poor laundry workers in the BIG HOUSE at the time.   They had the unenviable task … Read More