Family Stories

All families have stories; some stories are almost myths… did my ancestors really come from Sweden? Were they really river pilots or pirates operating out of the east coast port of King’s Lynn? Some family stories are true, although some facts may be hidden; my great-grandparents loved each other across a religious divide, but where and how did they meet? Some family stories are only revealed through census records and some genealogical detective work. I want to tell the stories of my family, and others who otherwise might be lost in the past.

Thinking about St Patrick

Due to their history, Irish people are spread across the world, and thanks to their skills, courage, strength and sheer grit there are fantastic transport systems in cities and respected citizens in every walk of life with Celtic ancestry. So it is hardly surprising that all across the globe the patron saint of Ireland is celebrated on his day, 17th March. It is undisputed that […]

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