Co. Longford Ireland, Genealogy & Family History Notes [Spiral-bound]

Michael C. O'Laughlin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 10, 2002

County Longford Genealogy, Family History NOTES and Coats of Arms. Produced as part of the Irish Families Project. This is one of only 100 proof copies from the IGF library (2001). It includes the complete 1659 census for Longford, County Map, complete listing of modern parishes and placenames as well as older place names, plus coats of arms of families in Longford taken from the Irish Book of Arms. Source section gives you the address and location of records for more research in Ireland. Includes local sources in the county itself. Many families are noted and pinpointed as to location; some are only mentioned in passing.

Not a big collection of family histories but a hands-on guide to finding your family in Longford, with actual records and contacts. Old sources have been photographed and appear here exactly as found in the IGF Library.

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About the Author

Michael C. O'Laughlin is a leader in the field with over 10 hardbound books in print and numerous other publications. He currently serves as editor for the monthly 'Journal of Irish Families' from the Irish Genealogical Foundation.

Product Details

• Spiral-bound: 46 pages
• Publisher: Irish Genealogical Foundation (March 10, 2002)
• ISBN-10: 0940134764
• ISBN-13: 978-0940134768
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,320,147 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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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Co. Longford Ireland, Genealogy & Family History Notes, October 6, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Co. Longford Ireland, Genealogy & Family History Notes (Spiral-bound)

A very helpful work for me. The census gives locations of names within the county. Includes some history of lending families, but it is really to help you research further in Longford on your own. I like the several families included from O'Hart, and the sources giving families in the 17th century. It is nice to have the census, the map, the sources, and arms all in one place.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Don't waste your money., January 26, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Co. Longford Ireland, Genealogy & Family History Notes (Spiral-bound)

Don't waste your money on this book. It primarily consists of muddy images of pages from other books which are available in many large genealogy libraries. The lists of addresses, maps, and bibliographic citations can easily be found on the internet or in other books on Irish genealogy. You'd be better off buying yourself a Michelin map of Ireland, and checking out the county on the WorldGenWeb.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great collection of information, August 31, 2008

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This review is from: Co. Longford Ireland, Genealogy & Family History Notes (Spiral-bound)

I must agree with the author, this isn't a "slick" production but it does have a wide range of information. I am researching for friends and family and have had trouble locating info until coming across this unique guide. It was of great help!