Here is a Family History revolving around an Irish Pub. There is a lot of literature on the plight of the people who had to leave Ireland for various reasons, and not as much on the peoples who migrated to Ireland. In this letter, we will focus on one town in Cork, and look at the names and histories of the different groups that settled there.

Would You Like to Hear the Tale of an Irish Knight?

I’m having a cup of Barry’s tea this morning as we chat and I hope you’ll have a drop of whatever you fancy as you join me for today’s Letter. In fact, the Barrys of Cork have a small part to play in today’s letter. Over in The Green Room, I received a note from…

Irish Homelands – County Wexford and County Carlow

Welcome to this Irish Homelands feature - we are off to the south-east of Ireland – to County Wexford! We will also be taking in parts of County Carlow for this trip.

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Irish Homelands – County Mayo.

Our featured member is Kathi Reilly Acker from the USA. Hi Kathi! Although this article is written about Kathi’s ancestors – it is open for all to participate and enjoy! You will find video, pictures and commentary – and it is all best viewed on a laptop or PC rather than a phone. And what a story……...

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Tralee to Kilkee on the Wild Atlantic Way

Most of our readers have ancestors and relatives who left Ireland. However, let’s not forget that there were many migrants who came into Ireland – usually seeking a fortune or living of some sort. Often to the displeasure and annoyance of the local natives! They were soldiers, adventurers, farmers and so on. Then, there were…