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Title: Visit To Wicklow & Dublin
Post by: brenndarcy on Wednesday 23 January 08 20:52 GMT (UK)

HELP!
 I am visiting Dublin with my niece for three days Sunday 27th - Tuesday. I need advice where and what to do in my family search. I emailed the Wicklow History people  about a visit to do some research but have had no reply as yet. We will be hiring a car for the visit.
My Grandfathers (John Shannon) Birth cert states he was born at Ballycurry , Ashford, Wicklow 1872. His fathers (Patrick Shannon) profession was gatekeeper. I think my Gt Gt Grandparents (Patrick & Kate - nee lawler) originated from Clonegal. circa 1845/50.
Any advice about which are the best places - cemetries etc would be greatly appreciated - My family are RC.
Cheers
Bren

Title: Re: Visit To Wicklow & Dublin
Post by: Christopher on Monday 04 February 08 16:21 GMT (UK)

Hello Bren,

I'm sorry I've just noticed your post. How did you get on when you were in Dublin and Wicklow with your niece? Did you get any assistance from the staff at Wicklow History?

Christopher

Title: Re: Visit To Wicklow & Dublin
Post by: MarySp on Sunday 03 July 11 14:32 BST (UK)

Hi Bren,

My granddad was James Shannon and like your granddad he grew up in Ballycurry. My granddad's granddad was also a James and based on the parish records I looked at last week in Dublin I believe he is your Patrick's brother.

Hope this post gets to you as it would be great to swap information.

Mary