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The Origins of Two Irish Counties.
Let’s use a recent Irish sporting occasion to examine the origins of two Irish Counties. In this letter we will see how the colours of Irish team jerseys represent not just the county they play for, but also the history of sport keeping the spirit of the people lifted during hard times. Céad Míle Fáilte […]
Continue readingIrish Norman Surnames
Do You Have Irish Norman Surnames in Your Family Tree? When we hear the word “Norman” in Ireland today, we often think of the “Anglo-Norman” invasion of Ireland in 1170 that we learned about in school. Many of my own friends today have Norman surnames – Roche, Barry, Fitzgerald and so on. We attended the […]
Continue readingThe Surnames of County Wexford
These are the surnames of our readers whose ancestors came from County Wexford. Is your County Wexford surname here? Like to add your County Wexford surname to our list? Just – and we’ll let you know how to join in the fun.
Continue readingLetter to the People of Ireland – Care of – President Michael D. Higgins
A few weeks back – we asked you if you would like to join us. Join us in sending a letter to the People of Ireland – care of the President of Ireland – Michael D. Higgins. It would be a letter from the readers of Your Irish Heritage – the vast majority of who […]
Continue readingDid your Family Live in an Irish Castle?
I often get asked – “did my family own Irish Castles?” It’s the ultimate fairy tale – Kings, Queens, Princes and Princesses all living in beautiful old castles.
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