Hi,
A common occupation listed in the testimonials after the 1641 uprising is Brogemaker. I can't seem to find a definitive description. My guess from context is a builder in stone, perhaps from bridge maker? Can anyone help me with the origin of this please? There is a Dutch word meaning haughty which I don't think is related. I don't think it is a shoemaker who makes brogues. Likewise I doubt it is a brick maker. Does anyone know please?
Hi Bikebiddy:
A brogemaker was most likely a shoemaker. The Irish word for shoe is: bróg.
I'm curious as to where you came across a reference to a "brogemaker"? That is very interesting.
Let us know if you have any other questions.
All the best,
Jane
Thanks Jane, the testimonials to Cromwell after the 1641 uprising. The following site explains but I don't recall where I downloaded the witness statements. See if this article links to the register.
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2010/mar/07/irish-rebellion-archive-online if not, Google can find it for you.it's free.
Possibly it was this site that you found the testimonials:
https://www.1641.tcd.ie/index.php?state=loggedin&cookie=false
Hi Bikebiddy:
It sounds as if it was a phonetic spelling of the occupation. That's very interesting and many thanks for sharing that.
Let me know if you have any further questions.
All the best,
Jane