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The Journey of an Irish Royal Family.

1. Irish Family History 5. Ireland Travel 9. Letter from Ireland

In this letter – we look at the journey of an ancient Irish Royal family around the north half of Ireland over many centuries. This “journey” was typical of many Irish families following the arrival of the Normans and the later plantations. Céad Míle Fáilte – and welcome to your Letter from Ireland for this […]

Saints, Scholars and Irish Family Surnames

1. Irish Family History 2. Irish Culture & Customs 9. Letter from Ireland Irish Clans Irish Genealogy Irish Identity Irish Poetry & Literature Irish Proverbs Irish Saints Irish Surnames

Did any of your Irish family surnames come from an old Irish scholarly family? The “saints and scholars” or early Ireland were an essential part of passing down our traditions and culture – and they are still venerated in Ireland today. Céad Míle Fáilte – and welcome to your Letter from Ireland. I grabbed my cup […]