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Tracing Ancestors Through Irish Marriage Records
Irish marriages are powerful genealogical records that can reveal family origins, social ties, and even long‑lost branches of your tree. Whether you’re just beginning your Irish research or trying to break through a stubborn brick wall, marriage records are often the missing link. Why Marriage Records Matter in Irish Genealogy Marriage entries frequently contain details that don’t appear in birth or death records. Depending on the time period and denomination, you may find: N
Frances - The Irish Genie
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Top Tips for Getting Started With Your Irish Family Tree
A few practical steps can help you begin your research with confidence: • Start at Home Speak with relatives and gather names, dates, places, and family stories. Search for old letters, photographs, certificates, diaries, or family Bibles. • Understand Irish Naming Patterns Be aware of surname variations and anglicised spellings. Traditional naming conventions for first names can also offer valuable clues. • Explore Civil Records Civil registration began in 1864 for births,
Frances - The Irish Genie
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Tracing Roots Through the Land: Agriculture, and the Power of Irish Land Records
As an Irish genealogist, I often remind clients that the land tells stories our ancestors couldn’t always write down. For many Irish...
Frances - The Irish Genie
Jul 25, 20253 min read
Irish Genealogy Workshop - 18th June Blanchardstown Library
Delighted to be delivering this workshop on Wednesday 18th June
Frances - The Irish Genie
Jun 11, 20251 min read
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
International Women's Day (IWD) and Irish genealogy can be beautifully connected by celebrating the stories
Frances - The Irish Genie
Mar 15, 20252 min read
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