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Co. Cavan & Co. Leitrim Ireland,
Genealogy & Family History Notes
by Michael C. O'Laughlin

If you're looking for family in Cavan or Leitrim, this very helpful book includes the names and locations of all individuals in the Leitrim 1659 census, County Maps, complete listing of modern parishes as well as some older place names, plus coats of arms taken from the Irish Book of Arms. Source section gives you the address and location of records for more research.
Click here for County cavan & Leitrim Geneology.

The Families of Co. Clare
by Michael C O'Laughlin

New 2nd edition with added material. The history and location of families of Co. Clare, Ireland, from the earliest times to the 20th century, including old Irish, Scottish, English and settler families. The third volume in our Irish Families series, several thousand families are included here, along with family heraldry and coats of arms as available.
Click here for The Families of Co. Clare.

The Book of Irish Names:
First, Family and Place Names
by Ronan Coghlan, Ida Grehan, P. W. Joyce

Good source of frequently used first names in both Irish and English and their meanings. Lists of the most prominent Irish family names with crest and short history. Final section lists some Irish place names and meaning of words. Amazon Review
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Free Passage: The Reunion of Irish Convicts and Their Families in Australia
by Perry McIntyre

A controversial government policy encouraged reformed married men to apply from the colonies for a free passage for their wives and children. These women and children travelled on female convict ships, and until now have remained hidden in the records. A must-buy for those interested in genealogy and Australian connections.
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Thu, May 9, 2013

Clonmacnoise

Founded in 545 AD by St Ciaran, Clonmacnoise monastery became between the 7th and 12th centuries a religious, literature and arts center for monks all over Europe. They came to study and pray in the “Island of saints and scholars” when the rest of Europe was still in the Dark Ages. Clonmacnoise was totally devastated by fire as well as successive raids but the site retains its stunning features. The view captured in this image has remained relatively unchanged for 1500 years. Clonmacnoise lay in decay until the Office of Public Works began the arduous task of turning this sacred place into one of Ireland's most famous visitors' centres. Interestingly - and we have yet to find out why - for centuries, courting couples have stood on each side of the arch whispering their words of love to each other.
For a print of this photograph, click Clonmacnoise

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Can't Find it?!

Our Library is compiled from what we know and like. If you can't find what you're looking for read on.
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Celtic Bookmark

Elegant bookmark is made of silver over pewter. It measures 3" x 1". When in use, the pretty Celtic design sticks out of your book. Or choose Trinity Knot or Celtic Heart.

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