| An Clan Gael | Help and advice for the genealogist trying to find their Irish ancestors. | |
| Why
find your ancestors? You may find it rewarding to understand how you came to your current situation and how you have certain views and standards. How to start your research Start by gathering as much written information and relevant documents as possible. Talk to older relations - grandparents, aunts and uncles. See if cousins or siblings have done any research. What official documents are available? Documents such as Birth, Marriage and Death Certificates are invaluable in your search for your family history. What can you find on the Internet? Many websites provide search facilities which allow you to search for information on your ancestors. A certain amount of the information can be got for free. Even a Google search can provide results! How can I help you and why? Everyone's story is different. I love to analyse your findings to find the hidden clue or to search where others have given up. I know how to search the records that exist and lead you to a discovery that will amaze and delight you and your descendants. Let me help you produce something that you can pass to your children, nephews and nieces, that will enrich their lives and help them realise that there's more to life than their present existence. Let me help you find your living relations. If necessary, I can make on-the-ground investigations to find descendants of your common ancestors. If you want to make a trip to see your ancestral home, then I can help you make any arrangements you have difficulty with, such as pinpointing locations and even meeting you in person. If you want to organize an extended family reunion, then I can make all the necessary preparations such as venue, accommodation, invitations and welcome leaflet. If you want a family history expert to give a talk about your family, then that can also be arranged. You've nothing to lose Let me guide you on your journey of discovery, or, if you wish, I can do some research on your behalf. Create and publish your historical discoveries for future generations, or I can help you produce a professional booklet and wall mounts of your family tree and coats of arms. Plan your visit "home" and make it completely fulfilling. The next step Tell me what you know about your ancestors. It goes without saying that all information is confidential and will never be divulged without your expressed permission. I will communicate directly with you by email, phone or normal post. You can send me an email (sean@anclangael.com) giving me as much information as possible. As I say, everyone's story is different, so talk to me whichever way you want. In regard to your email address, I guarantee that It will not be divulged to anyone. My Guarantee If I do any research on your behalf or create a family history scroll or booklet for you, and you are not happy with the results - then I will gladly refund any fees that you have paid. However, unavoidable expenses, already agreed with you, may not be refundable. Take the next step Why not send me an email and I will start the process... |