Author Archives: Shane

Duplicate Place names, Detached Parishes and Half Baronies

Posted on 23 November 2024 by Shane

(published March 2015, updated Dec 2022, Nov 2024) There are a number of complications to finding exactly where a particular place of interest is located, even when the name is known. The first is often the spelling which can vary … Continue reading →

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Recent Updates

Posted on 7 November 2024 by Shane

Fixed an issue with the Tithe Book browse relating to mixed secure(SSL)/non-secure content Updated info on using ITM coordinates to locate features on OSI/Geohive historic maps – see Using Coordinates on GeoHive/OSI , e.g. Catholic Chapels, Coastguard Stations etc Currently … Continue reading →

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Photos – Dublin city & county

Posted on 12 October 2024 by Shane

(from the archive – all photos © Shane Wilson)

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Photos – Walk in County Dublin

Posted on 11 October 2024 by Shane

This gallery contains 4 photos.

(all photos © Shane Wilson)

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Image Browse & Search Tools

Posted on 29 June 2024 by Shane

(updated June 2024) The image browse and search tool formerly located on irelandgen.com have been transferred here to my main website – these are currently under test to confirm all are working correctly. The tools can be access at the … Continue reading →

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