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Douglas families in Ireland
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Researching members of the Douglas family in Ireland is notoriously difficult. So many records have been destroyed, and the families often moved on to America, or elsewhere.
This group is for those tracing their ancestors in Ireland.
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Why did Scots use Ireland as a stepping stone to emigrate to America?
Scots emigrated to America from Ireland primarily due to a combination of factors:
1. Economic Hardships: Many Scots faced poverty and limited economic opportunities in Ireland, particularly during the 18th and 19th centuries. The decline of traditional industries and agricultural challenges pushed them to seek better prospects in America.
2. Religious Persecution: Some Scots, especially Presbyterians, faced discrimination and persecution in Ireland. Seeking religious freedom, they migrated to America where they hoped to practice their faith without oppression.
3. Land Displacement: The Highland Clearances in Scotland led to many Scots being displaced from their lands. This forced migration contributed to their movement to Ireland and subsequently to America.
4. Famine: The Great Famine in the mid-19th century prompted many to leave Ireland altogether in search of food and stability, leading some Scots to migrate to America.
5. Family and Community Ties: Established Scottish communities in America often encouraged relatives and friends to join them, creating a network of support for new immigrants.
6. Adventure and Opportunity: The promise of land, work, and a new life attracted many Scots, who were drawn by the idea of the American Dream.
These factors combined to create a significant wave of Scottish emigration from Ireland to America, particularly in the 18th and 19th centuries.
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1-12-1750 Indenture between Ann Vaughan & John, Robert and Alexander Douglas, heirs of Alexander Douglas, late of Ardkeragh, Deceased, Donaghmore, County Down
Started by Ronald Drysdale. Last reply by Ronald Drysdale Oct 24. 2 Replies 1 Like
An early Douglas family in Ardkeragh, County Down:A full transcription is…Continue
Robert Dowglass in Dublin 1701, apprentice mariner on the ship Thomas and Ann of Dublin & son of Robert Dowglass, Marshall of Dublin
Started by Ronald Drysdale. Last reply by Ronald Drysdale Oct 17. 4 Replies 3 Likes
A very nice Will document drawn up in 1701 for a reluctant seafarer Robert Dowglass, prior to putting to sea. He was apprenticed at the age of 15, to Captain William Gibb, the Master of the ship…Continue
Tags: shipmaster, Thomas and Ann, ship, Brig, Captain
Grant of Lands in Ardmagh, Ireland to Sir James Douglas of Spott 23-7-1610 Knight & Gentleman of the Privy Chamber
Started by Ronald Drysdale. Last reply by Nicole Henderson Oct 16. 1 Reply 1 Like
A lot of places and lands in Ardmagh mentioned, more than 2700 acres:Reference:…Continue
Tulach Dubhghlaise, Mound of the Dark Stream
Started by William Douglas Apr 19, 2022. 0 Replies 1 Like
Here, in Scotland, we have been enjoying a celebrity pilgrimage (You…Continue
Tags: Columba, St, Iona, Donegal, Dubhghlaise
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Comment by Richard William Maginis Douglas on November 18, 2019 at 23:56
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William, I can shed some light on this Waddell tree, but have failed to track his believed direct ancestor Robert Douglas found in references for this tree. My research takes him back indirectly to the Douglas of Grace Hall. Hope you have better luck. BTW, thanks for the update from the last info I sent on Douglas of Dervock!
Bill
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Comment by William Douglas on November 18, 2019 at 22:35
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The armorial on the plaque in Kilbroney Parish Church, Rostrevor, should give an indication of this family's affiliation with a specific Douglas branch.
But which one is it?
The church is writing a history and is looking for photographs and further details of those remembered on the memorials.
Can anyone throw light on this?
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It would be good if someone were able to pinpoint the Douglas lands on the Clan map of Ireland.
https://external-preview.redd.it/C55RsIO6W5JscNtAE3UdSIo3FE-k5cUBOw...
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I wonder how many Douglases went with Bruce to Ireland, and stayed?
https://www.themaparchive.com/the-bruce-invasion-131518.html
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New Digital Church of Ireland Records Will Make Searching for Ancestors Easier
Finding out about your Church of Ireland ancestors is about to become significantly easier, as their library has been awarded a €100,000 Government grant to digitise their records.
The grant will allow the Representative Church Body (RCB) Library to digitise a huge number of records that span several centuries, in a move that will be welcomed by families in Ireland and abroad who are interested in genealogy. Most of the institution’s records are currently only available in the Braemor Park library in Churchtown, Co Dublin.
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Anne McLennand-Carton was a grand-daughter of Sir Henry Douglas, a descendant of Lord Douglas (from "The State of Protestants in Ireland" under King James Government, published in London 1691. Pages 366-368). "Major William Douglas" in the list of "Men of Note" that came with King James out of France to Ireland in 1690. also from page 469 "Sir William and Lady Douglas"
Can anyone help me fill the gaps in this story? Who were Henry and William?
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Comment by Jackie Stoddard on May 30, 2018 at 4:59
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Archibald 1st Baron of Douglas profile page showing parents
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relates to prior post I have in my tree 1st and 2nd Barons Archibald Douglas, not my direct though, if you scroll to left there is
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