Irish Families on the California Trail [Spiral-bound]

Michael C. O'Laughlin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2004

An amazing story that includes the Mexican Regime; the Gold rush days; and statehood. The Irish and Irish-Americans came from New York, Boston, Canada, Missouri, and the south. Many rode the California and Oregon Trail by land. Some sailed 14,000 miles around Cape Horn, others came via Panama. They had reached the end of the rainbow. The first Irishman is found in the 1700's under the Mexican regime. Soon came the bear flag revolution, the discovery of gold and U.S. statehood. Over 2000 entries are made altogether.

This is the amazing 'rest of the story' of the Irish in America. The Irish who continued to move west to the end of the rainbow. See who made it to the gold rush, and what they became. A must for any genealogy or research library.

The whole story is here: governors; rogues; 49rs; pioneers; Mormons and millionaires. The untold story of the Irish in the Donner Party; the two early Murphy Families; Lola Montez; Mountain Charley McKeirnan and Brannan the Irish Morman who began the first newspaper in San Francisco before the gold rush.

A Limited edition printing by the Irish Genealogical Foundation, from the IGF Archives. Some pages are taken directly from 19th century sources and will appear aged as in the originals. Heavier cover stock, acid free archival paper used on interior pages. 19th century subscribers list included. Surname index; 108 p.; full size 8 1/2 x 11; well illustrated with over 30 early photos and sketches; spiral bound; many names, dates, and locations are included along with historical and genealogical notes.

Editorial Reviews

Review

More individuals are given here than in any other source we have found, The 19th century illustrations are very interesting -- Journal of Irish Families. December 2003.

About the Author

Michael C. O'Laughlin is the leading author in the field, with over 50 titles to his credit. He serves as president of the Irish Genealogical Foundation and edits the monthly journal of Irish Families, since 1978.

Product Details

• Spiral-bound: 108 pages
• Publisher: Irish Genealogical Foundation (January 1, 2004)
• ISBN-10: 0940134616
• ISBN-13: 978-0940134614
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,512,129 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

A one of a kind resource, Mike publishes 60 books by 10 authors. He has authored 12 hardbound books; 30 Irish guides,and hundreds of articles. Today, he hosts the first weekly podcast on Irish Family History at www.Irishroots.com

The founder of the Irish Roots Cafe, he also publishes great works of history, including 'The Annals of Ireland by the Four Masters'; and Keatings 'History of Ireland'.

President of the Irish Genealogical Foundation and editor of "Irish Families" for 30 years, Mike is the worlds most published author in his field.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Irish Families on the California Trail, August 12, 2008

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Loved it!!! An amazing, unique, one of a kind resource! Great information on the migration to and the settlement of the Irish in California. There are hundreds of families documented as well as many famous individuals. The Irish who continued to move west by land and by sea, with the "American Dream". Mr Olaughlin also has an Irish Roots Cafe website, Irishroots.com... you should check it out!