Irish National Education sources relating to the 19th Century
When: Friday, 15 April, 2022A new school system begins
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Rachels search for answers - uncovering the story of David Connelly
When: Friday, 15 April, 2022Rachel’s Grandad, David Connelly was born in Drumcroon (Mascosquin civil parish) Co. Derry in November 1872. But Rachel could find no record of him (nor his mother) for the period between his birth and marriage.
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IrelandXO Insight - Pronouncing Irish Place Names
When: Friday, 1 April, 2022It’s no secret that Irish signage can be the undoing of even the most seasoned traveler. Even Irish natives know how easy it is to get a place-name pronunciation wrong when they are not local to the area.
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Irish Parishes Explained
When: Thursday, 31 March, 2022The different types of Irish Parishes
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IrelandXO Insights - Top FREE Irish Genealogy Resources 2022
When: Thursday, 31 March, 2022How to find your Irish Ancestors online and discover your roots in Ireland
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Remembering our Irish Grandmothers
When: Friday, 25 March, 2022Researching Irish ancestry becomes more challenging when tracing the maternal branches of our family tree. The good news is, we can help each other out by sharing what we know about our maternal line.
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Next Generation Irish America Survey 2022 - Press Release
When: Thursday, 17 March, 2022March 17th, 2022, Galway, Ireland. A new survey of Irish Americans underlines both their growing distance from Ireland and the strong sense of identity and ties retained by many.
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Snakes and Shamrocks - The Story of St.Patrick
When: Wednesday, 16 March, 2022While most individual saints are venerated for their virtuous characteristics and morally sound behavior, St Patrick's prominent place in saintly circles was earned as Ireland's very own apostle: the man who brought Christianity to the island.
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The Great Irish Famine Online
When: Saturday, 12 March, 2022It's no secret that the tragedy of the Great Famine (1845-52) had a profound and devastating effect on Irish society. A natural part of any Irish family history journey leads to wondering about what an ancestor bore witness to during this period.
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IrelandXO HELP – User Guide
When: Tuesday, 8 March, 2022Since 2009, we have helped thousands of Irish people discover the history of their families and reconnect with their parish of origin. Our website is dedicated to helping anyone of Irish descent connect with their roots in Ireland. To get the most from our website follow our tips below.
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