Irish Family History Collection by Ancestry and Guinness
Ancestry genealogist Nicka Sewell-Smith partners with Guinness Storehouse in Dublin to make 1.6 million Irish family history records available online. The collection aims to help people of Irish descent rediscover lost family heritage through tragic periods in Irish history.
Key Points
- Collection includes detailed employment records from 1799 to 1939
- Guinness business ledgers with information on pub-owning families
- Available for free on Ancestry.com until March 17
Pros
- 1.6 million Irish family history records made available online
- Helps people of Irish descent rediscover lost family heritage
- Partnership between Ancestry and Guinness Storehouse in Dublin
Cons
- Limited official records of Irish heritage due to historical tragedies
- Loss of documented Irish history in explosions and civil wars