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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.

A group of 48 men and women who were alive when the 1926 census was taken have been appointed centenarian ambassadors by the National Archives to mark the release of the census.

New genealogical research carried out by David Lohan indicates that Lindsay Lohan’s paternal great-great-grandfather, Francis Lohan, was from Moher, near Strokestown in Co. Roscommon.

Our useful step-by-step genealogy guide outlines which church records have survived for Northern Ireland, what information they contain and where/how to access the resources.

The fox plays an important role in Irish folklore, which emphasizes both its cunning nature and resourcefulness, while also acknowledging that some have managed to outsmart the fox.

Clogagh cemetery holds a number of casualties of the War of Independence including Vol. Lt Patrick Crowley, Comdt Charlie Hurley and Capt Con Murphy.

Some 76 medical graduates from University College Cork answered the call of duty during World War 2. Their remarkable stories of sacrifice, bravery and resilience on the frontlines have never before been told.

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?

O’Doherty’s Keep, a medieval tower house linked to the O’Doherty clan, is best known for its role in Cahir O’Doherty’s 1608 rebellion. Financial struggles led to its recent sale despite restoration efforts.
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