Category Archives for Irish Family History
A Guide to Irish Family History Research
Are you engaged in Irish Family History Research? Maybe you have an Irish family tree that you only “dust down” from time to time? Irish family history research can be tricky in places – but sometimes all you need is the right guide to help you along the way! Céad Míle Fáilte – and welcome to […]
Continue readingHave You Heard of The Irish Patriot called Michael Collins?
We take a look into the tribal background – and home – of an Irish Patriot called Michael Collins who was made famous by his deeds in the history books and movies. Céad Míle Fáilte – welcome to the Letter from Ireland for this week. How are things in your part of the world? The […]
Continue readingA Celtic Festival to Celebrate
Have you heard of the following Celtic Festival that celebrates the arrival of Spring? Maybe you even celebrate it yourself? Our shared Irish ancestors had a lot of traditions around this festival – and the Saint who became associated with this time of year in Christian times. Céad Míle Fáilte – and welcome to your Letter […]
Continue readingAnglo Norman Surnames – Following the Norman Trail to Ireland (#402)
Do you have any Anglo Norman surnames in your Irish Family Tree? Then join us now as we talk about some of these Irish surnames and follow the Norman trail all the way back to Ireland. You can listen to the show on your computer/smartphone by clicking on the play button above (the triangle with […]
Continue readingDo You Have a Rare Irish Surname in your family Tree?
Do you have a rare Irish surname in your Irish family tree? The good news is that these rare names can make it a little easier to pinpoint locations and additional family members in Ireland – as the following reader discovered. Céad Míle Fáilte – and welcome to your Letter from Ireland – the very […]
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