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The National Archives of Ireland has issued guidance to help the public search the 1926 census, ahead of its release on 18 April.
We delve into the Irish heritage of Liam and Noel Gallagher of Oasis, exploring their ties to Counties Mayo and Meath, as well as their sense of Irish identity.
The second season of Sloinne, a genealogy documentary series exploring common Irish surnames, has just concluded – with all episodes from both seasons now available to watch online for free.
Douglas Hyde (Dubhglas de hÍde) served as the very first president of Ireland from 1938 to 1945, but what can the census returns of 1901 and 1911 tell us about this future statesman?
A new book by Rachel Finnegan focuses on the Fleming and Reeves women, offering a rare glimpse into life in two 19th-century Cork houses through family memoirs.
“Clonycavan Man”, the well-preserved 2,300-year-old Iron Age bog body from Co. Meath, wore hair gel imported from Southern France or Spain. It consists of a blend of vegetable plant oil and a resin.
Ever seen a strange stone with a hole in it in a cemetery or standing tall in a field and wondered about its significance? We discuss the customs & beliefs surrounding holed stones, as well as their date.
An ambitious plan to establish a refuge for Genevan artisans in Co. Waterford in the late 18th century ultimately ended in failure, with New Geneva later serving as a prison for Irish rebels.
We explore the documentary, archaeological and folkloric evidence relating to the Irish early medieval female saint Gobnait and take a look at the popular pilgrimage dedicated to her in Ballyvourney.
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