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While the term “Black Irish” has been in circulation for centuries, you’re bound to ask your colleague or friend its meaning, and they’re likely to draw a blank.So, to put the record straight, find out below about the “Black Irish,” where the term comes from, and who exactly it is referring to. #BlackIrish #Irishhistory #Irishheritage

Irish ancestry stretches to the far reaches of the globe. So it comes as no surprise that no matter where you go, you tend to run into classic Irish names. Here are the top 100 Irish surnames you’re bound to experience at least once in your life! #Irishsurnames #Irishnames #Irishnamemeanings

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(Raise your hand if you get confused.) In the United States over 50 million people have Irish ancestry, while about 25 million have Scottish. (Image is from https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Irish_ancestry_in_the_USA_2018.png) Sometimes the terms Irish, Celtic, Scots-Irish, and Gaelic are lumped together. Let’s get a few things straightened out, shall we? Basic guide~ Scots-Irish: This is not when…

Plotting Your Irish Roots: An Irish Counties Map - Family Tree

March is here. To kick start the month I’m delighted to introduce you to the quirky and entertaining artwork created by Olyart in County Galway,

Irish fashion conquering the world? Celtic heritage, reinvented fashion. Let’s follow Ciara O’Doherty and “Snáithe” (the thread), the cult Irish TV series. A tribute to Donegal tweed, Aran islands Red Flannel, Limerick lace. Portraits of past and present designers

Ireland has some unique traditions and some have disappeared over time. Here are ten extinct Irish traditions that should be brought back.