1. Where to Begin; 2. Administrative Divisions; 3. Civil Registration; 4. Census Returns and Old Age Pension Claims; 5. Census Substitutes; 6. Wills and Testamentary Records; 7. Election Records; 8. Board of Guardian Records; 9. School Records; 10. Migration; 11. Emigration; 12. Landed Estate Records; 13. Taxation and Valuation Records; 14. Church Records; 15. Military Records; 16. Printed Records; 17. Law & Order; 18. Local Government; 19. Researching Online.
Dr Ian Maxwell is a graduate of Queen's University and former research officer at the Public Record Office of Northern Ireland. A freelance writer specialising in social and family history, his publications include Researching Your Armagh Ancestors (Ulster Historical Foundation, 2000) and How To Trace Your Irish Ancestors (How to Books, 2008).
"'This clearly laid out book is a useful guide for anyone researching and documenting the family histories of Ireland's people.' Family Tree Magazine 'Offers remarkably detailed and wide ranging information to the sources and where they may be found.' Ancestors 'This splendid book does indeed cover the full gamut of resources and it contains a valuable list of up-to-date websites.' Family History Monthly 'A reliable and straightforward guide to researching Irish family history, with a factual focus and no waffle.' Your Family Tree 'Our firm favoirite, this book is accurately hailed as an essential guide to Irish research. Splendid book. Aimed at beginners as well as more experienced enthusiasts, it serves both group admirably. Lucid and practical and it contains a valuable list of up-to-date websites.'Family History Monthly"
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