Irish Mother and Baby Homes- A Lingering Scandal
In January 2021 a report into the Mother and Baby homes was released in Ireland. This sparked discussions about the accessibility of public records to people who were adopted from these homes. This report also ignited a huge amount of fear, anger and frustration among those affected and the wider public. Be that as it […]
Applying for Irish Citizenship through Descent
Applying for Irish Citizenship through Descent In the past two years we have seen our Irish citizenship service grow significantly. This is, of course, expected when you look at the tumultuous circumstances many people find themselves living in, in both the United States and Great Britain. We have been contacted by many people, mostly from […]
The Irish Famine of 1879
I mentioned in my post “Irish Ancestry in Newfoundland” that genealogy research projects often reveal more than just a person’s Irish family history. They shine a light on the history of places and people that I previously knew very little about. In 2015 I was tasked with carrying out research on a family from Sligo. […]
Irish ancestry in Newfoundland
The connection between Ireland and Newfoundland is as strong as the ice that engulfs the rugged island in the harsh winter. Prior to setting up my Irish genealogy business, Oak Ancestry, in 2013, I had passing knowledge about Newfoundland and its ancestral link with Ireland. It was not until I was commissioned to carry out […]
Ancestral Tours of Ireland
Visiting Ireland is at the top of many people’s bucket list. Despite the pandemic, there are thousands of people who are simply biding their time before they can make the trip in the near future to Ireland and visit the wonderful sights we are blessed with. The Wild Atlantic Way is, of course, a must […]
