Marshall family ancestry from 1797 and before

Hi,

Thank you for your message.

Have you tried looking into the family's emigration? Generally more information was given at the port of arrival rather than that of departure. If you knew where they arrived in Canada it may be a place to find more information-and perhaps even an exact place of origin. For immigration information  in Canada check the National Library and Archives at the following weblink: http://www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/index-e.html

You could also try searching for the family in the Tithe Applotment Books. These land records were compiled between 1823 and 1837 in order to determine the amount which occupiers of agricultural holdings should pay in tithes to the Church of Ireland. Even though they do not give any genealogical information they can be used to tie a person to a specific place. You can search these online here: 

http://titheapplotmentbooks.nationalarchives.ie/search/tab/home.jsp

With regards to finding information prior to Thomas's birth, the reality of finding documentation pertaining to births/baptisms/marriages/deaths in Ireland prior to 1800 ? particularly in rural areas ? is that they simply may not exist. Also, as the Church of Ireland was the official church at the time, the bulk of information that does exist is often found in these registers. For information on Church of Ireland registers check here:

http://ireland.anglican.org/about/42

Some other websites which may be useful are:

The National Archives of Ireland http://www.nationalarchives.ie/genealogy1/genealogy-records/introduction/

The National Library of Ireland http://www.nli.ie/en/family-history-introduction.aspx

The National Archives UK ? genealogy search: http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/records/looking-for-person/

The Public Records Office of Northern Ireland http://www.proni.gov.uk/index/family_history.htm

Family Search: https://familysearch.org/  

Genealogy Links:  http://www.genealogylinks.net/uk/ireland/derry/index.html

You could also try contacting the Derry Genealogy Centre-however a fee may apply. Here are their contact details:

Derry Genealogy Centre,

Harbour Museum,

Harbour Sq.,

Derry BT48 6AF

Phone: +44 28 71377331   Email: genealogy@derrycity.gov.uk

I hope this is helpful. If you find any new information remember to post it here. The more information you post, the more likely it is that one of our volunteers will be able to advise or assist you. Also include information concerning which sources you may have already used so others may further your search.

Kind regards,

Genealogy Support