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Gallagher family in Castlebar

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I would love to know my ggggrandmother's maiden name. She was married to Patrick Gallagher and had these children: Michael, Bridget, Felix, Catherine, Patrick and Ann. My gggrandfather, Michael Gallagher, was born there in 1835-1840. The family were tenant farmers in Castlebar,Connaught, according to family history and the family Bible. They must have emigrated to England as they are listed in the 1861 census of Cheshire, with Catherine listed as being a widow. They then emigrated to NY. I would like to confirm that they did indeed come from Castlebar and would like to know Catherine's maiden name. Any help that you can give would be appreciated.

Thank you. Kathleen Gallagher Kilburn

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Hi - thank you for your message. You may try contacting the Mayo Genealogy Group for some additional assitance or advice regarding your query.  http://www.castlebar.ie/Nostalgia_and_History/Family-Research.shtml

Some sites which might assist you in your research are:

The National Archives of Ireland http://www.nationalarchives.ie/genealogy1/genealogy-records/introduction/

The National Library of Ireland http://www.nli.ie/en/family-history-introduction.aspx

The National Archives UK ? genealogy search: http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/records/looking-for-person/

Irish Newspaper Archives: http://www.irishnewsarchive.com/

Remember to post as much information as you can with regard to the people you are researching. The more information you post, the more likely it is that one of our volunteers will be able to advise or assist you. Also include information concerning which sources you may have already used so others may further your search.

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