I am trying to find records that precede the Easter rebellion. It seems a lot of records were 'lost' (destroyed) during that time.
I've run into I dead end. With common surnames such as McGrath in Clare and Lyons in Mayo it is difficult find any information.
Any points to sources will be greatly appreciated.
I have been able trace the family in the USA, but that is only three generations including myself. Some arrived here prior to 1916, but not by much, so the tracing is difficult.