Today I’m going to tell you a story about Johnny Magory. I’m sure that saying brings back memories for anyone who grew up in Ireland. I’m delighted to introduce you to Emma Jane Leeson, the creator of a lovely series of Irish children’s picture books, featuring our childhood favorite, Johnny Magory. And Emma Jane has […]
How To Discover The Princes, Paupers And Horse Thieves In Your Family History
Genealogy websites that help people trace their family histories love to focus on fortunate souls descended from royalty, or related in some distant and indirect way to George Washington. Yet genealogical research is just as likely to turn up horse thieves, drifters and scandals of every sort. “You’re going to find stuff you don’t want to […]
Introducing Crestleaf – An Outstanding Genealogy Website
Sifting through family history resources and genealogy websites can be a daunting task if you are one of the many Americans eager to trace your roots. Notice: Crestleaf is no longer in existence. However, if you are one of the 33.3 million Americans of Irish ancestry help is close at hand. The […]
