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James Short

Born
1 Jan 1818
Died
1 Jan 1881
Gender
Male

James Short married Mary Neilan (Neilen) on December 31, 1827. Several sons and daughters including one Robert Thomas Short born 1844. Went to sea as a boy and entered USA via San Francisco. Served in Union Navy and ended up in Philadelphia, PA, Robert is my Great Grandfather. James and Mary my Great Greats.

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St Marys (Dublin)

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  • 1800s

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  • 1990s

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  • 1830s

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