Tracing your Limerick Ancestors (Second Edition 2014)

"Tracing Your Limerick Ancestors" (Second Edition, 2014) by Margaret Franklin is a thoroughly updated and expanded guide for anyone researching family history in County Limerick, Ireland. Published by Flyleaf Press, this book is part of a respected series that offers region-specific genealogical guidance.

It features: 

• Detailed Record Guide: It outlines the types of genealogical records available for Limerick, including civil, church, land, and census substitutes, and explains how and where to access them.
• Local Context: Offers historical and social background on Limerick, a largely rural county with a rich agricultural heritage and a history of emigration, especially after the Great Famine.
• Illustrations and Maps: Includes maps, sample documents, and other visuals to help readers understand the structure and content of the records.
• Surname Focus: Highlights common Limerick surnames such as Ahern, Bourke, Hayes, O’Brien, O’Connor, Ryan, Walsh, and many others.
• Practical Advice: Provides general tips for Irish genealogical research, making it useful even beyond Limerick-specific inquiries.

This book is highly recommended for both beginners and experienced genealogists, especially those planning a research trip to Limerick or exploring Irish ancestry from afar.

ISBN : 9781907990069

£14.50

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