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The 1749 Elphin Census is one of the most remarkable and detailed genealogical resources of its time. It’s especially useful for those researching their 18th-century Roscommon, Sligo or Galway ancestors.
Two antiquarian excavations were carried out at “Leaba na Saidhe” (or Moylisha wedge tomb), some 50 years apart. The first dig took place in 1887 and it was again excavated in 1937.
An Gadaidhe Dubh (“the Black Robber”), the stone carving of a human head in St Gobnait’s ruined church, in Ballyvourney, is associated with a local legend claiming that one of the church builders was a thief.
Three of Taylor Swift’s ancestors immigrated to the United States from Ireland, including two great-great-great-grandparents who boarded a ship in Derry and a great-grandfather from Dublin city.
Alongside human remains, a horse’s skull and horse-related artefacts were found in 1848 at Athlumney, near Navan, Co. Meath. This discovery sheds light on the intriguing pagan Viking horse cult.
What do you know about the legendary Fianna? Let’s delve into the tales of Fionn mac Cumhaill, his son Oisín and grandson Oscar, exploring their heroic deeds, familial bonds and folkloric legacy.
The 12th-century high cross at Dysert O’Dea, featuring carvings of Biblical scenes and renowned for its healing powers, has weathered multiple falls but stands today as a revered symbol in north Clare.
Dublin’s Frank Stoker excelled in tennis and rugby. We relive his sporting achievements and explore his link with Bram Stoker of Dracula fame, as well as his life as a dental surgeon and family man.
This guide highlights one of the oldest forms of land division in Ireland: the townland. It explores the evolution and administrative role of this system and its relevance for genealogical researchers.
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