Dates & Events

List Patron Saints of Britain and Ireland

List Patron Saints of Britain and Ireland

Four unique patron saints are worshiped within the British Isles and Ireland. My “List Patron Saints of Britain and Ireland” post will discuss these saints and their origins and also when to celebrate their feast day. These saints as you may know are George, Andrew, David, and Patrick. They are the patron saints of England, …

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Julian Calendar vs Gregorian Calendar

Julian Calendar vs Gregorian Calendar – What You Should Know!

Exploring your family history will eventually throw up some issues for you when recording dates. This Julian calendar vs Gregorian calendar post will help you make sense of what dating system your ancestors used. I will also show you how to convert these old dates and explore best practices that you should adopt. So, if …

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US Constitution Day and Citizenship Day

What Is US Constitution Day and Citizenship Day All About?

To the American people, September 17th marks a very special event in United States history. But what is US Constitution Day and Citizenship Day all about? Do you know why Americans celebrate this day and what is its origins? Well, read on as I will explain. Special Date: US Constitution Day and Citizenship Day – …

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U.S. Census Years and Census Dates

Curious About U.S. Census Years and Census Dates?

Do you know when the U.S. Government collected information about the American population? Do you want information that these records contain? Well then let me guide you through the census years and census dates. Knowing them can help you pinpoint specific moments in your ancestor’s life. When did the first census take place? Although the …

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Census Years and Census Dates

UK Census Dates and Why You Should Use UK Census Records

You will be surprised as to what you can learn about your ancestors from old census records. There is a ton of information in them for you to discover. Here, I will list UK census dates which will give you clues about your ancestry. Also, I will discuss why you should use these records for …

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