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Yes, I would like a copy of the book.
I had more respect for the IRA when they were only concerned with getting independence from Britian. Then, they got radicalized and became a terrorist organization. We have enough problems with terrorists trying to overthrow our democratic system, w…
Actually, it was the Zimmerman Plot of 1917 that brought the USA into the war.
What is unforgiveable is that when Ireland became an independent country, successive generations of the IRA sought aid from Nazi Germany and Gaddaffi's Lybia to overthro…
You're right, Karl. It was in their history to ask others for help in their struggle to be free. The Irish population never got behind the Rising. However, when General Maxwell started executing people, that got their "Irish up", as mom used to say.
I have started a new blog. Check out: http://www.theirishrising.blogspot.com/
Bill
I have been reading the book "Rebels - The Irish Rising of 1916". It was a heck of a time. It was shabbily organized, but it appears it struck a cord in the the rest of Ireland and the world.
The men and women, yes women, involved were courageous p…
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- Tell us a little about yourself
- I was born on St. Parick's Day in 1948. I am the son of a working class family. I work as a supervisor for the State of Illinois.
I have traced 11 family lines thus far. My great grandfather, Thomas Kerr was born in Dundalk, County Louth. Thomas' father was also Thomas. His mother was Ann Clark.
His wife, Alice McEvoy, was born in Dowdallshill, County Louth. Her father was Thomas McEvoy. Her mother was Anne McDonald.
I also have McDermotts, Hannons, & Bradys from County Mayo. I have Morrisseys from Limerick and Kearneys and Hennesseys from Kilkenny. In addition to O'Tooles/Tooles from Dublin.
- What's your Irish link?
- Great grandparent/s
- What's your first language?
- English
- What does your Irishness mean to you?
- It means a history of struggle and oppression by foreigners. It means survival despite the circumstances. It means pride in the history of the Irish and sometimes the shame of how some, including me, have handled the struggle.
William Karr's Blog
The Easter Rising of 1916
I have been reading the book "Rebels - The Irish Rising of 1916". It was a heck of a time. It was shabbily organized, but it appears it struck a cord in the the rest of Ireland (not at that time but eventually) and the world.
The men and women, yes women, involved were courageous people to stand up to the brutality of the English rule. Some were teachers, some were part of the gentry, one was a Marxist, another was a closet homosexual, but all were united in their efforts to free Ireland. The a… Continue
The men and women, yes women, involved were courageous people to stand up to the brutality of the English rule. Some were teachers, some were part of the gentry, one was a Marxist, another was a closet homosexual, but all were united in their efforts to free Ireland. The a… Continue
Posted on January 30, 2010 at 3:09am — 4 Comments
The Kerr (Karr) Clan & Genealogy Records
My Kerrs came from Dundalk, County Louth. Grandpa Karr changed the surname from Kerr to Karr. It had to do with the name Kerr being misconstrued with a German surname. He changed it during one of the world wars. So far, there is no indication which war that would be.
In my research of the name, I came to find out the Kerr clan has 2 distinct branches. The first being the Scottish branch, which claims to be the original branch. They are more boisterous about it, though. The Kerr Family Associati… Continue
In my research of the name, I came to find out the Kerr clan has 2 distinct branches. The first being the Scottish branch, which claims to be the original branch. They are more boisterous about it, though. The Kerr Family Associati… Continue
Posted on September 6, 2008 at 2:58am —
Trying to Connect with the Mother Country
I have been actively pursuing my genealogical roots for the past 5 years, which by many standards is not long. Then again, according to my wife, it's 10 years too long. During this time, I have sent dozens of letters to people in Ireland looking for a connection most with Int… Continue
Posted on August 14, 2008 at 7:49pm — 4 Comments
Comment Wall (4 comments)
- At 9:05pm on January 26, 2010,
Ninette said… - Thanks for your comment. I would think that all Irish came from somewhere before and there appears to be a strong Phoenecian connection for many. This is going back pretty far.
- At 5:42pm on September 28, 2009,
Ninette said…
Wooooooooo! Chills! I was also born on St. Patricks day! Have you looked beyond "before" Ireland to the Phoenicia link?
- At 1:17am on June 17, 2008,
Ruben Hector Robledo Molloy said… - Regards from Argentina!!
Visit www.comunidadirlandesa.com.ar
Éirin go Brágh
- At 10:24am on April 17, 2008,
Karl Schweppe said… - Hi Jerry,
Thanks so much for joining our Network.
We have set this up as a place for people to get involved and exchange ideas about the SEVENTYMILLION Project. Of course, only get involved if you want to, no pressure!
If you just want to hang out and meet other Irish people from around the world, ask a question of our community, post a blog, add some music, or start a group, please do.
I notice that you said you wanted to meet other people in your area. Why not create a Chicago Group, so that when other people from your area join up, you can meet?
The site is pretty straightforward, but if you have any questions, just give me a shout.
Karl
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