Visiting Kiltullagh Parish in February 2014 -

Hi Ed. I'm not related but you should try to plan ahead and see as much as you can while you're over. There's actually tons to see around Kiltulla if you plan ahead. From the best pint in world (Wardes) to Kiltulla House, to Esker, to Bookeen Hall, to Dunsandle House ruins, to the old Kiltulla graveyard... not to miention Athenry, Loughrea, and Bullaun. Hope you have a lovely visit. P.S. Maybe try to catch a hurling match too..

Thank you

The info is much appreciated

Ed

Just a bit of information to keep you on your toes during your visit!  A relative of mine committed two murders in Knockatogher in 1821.  One of the people he murdered was Eleanor Coen (similar to Cannon) and a witness who helped children escape the scene was Bridget Cannon.  Obviously not your Bridget Cannon, but were they related?.  I attach the newspaper report.

There is a Cannon family in Knockatogher in the 1821 census - William (age 32), Margaret (30), Mary (3) and John (1).  There are several Cunnanes and Connors in Knockatogher in 1821.

Life in knockatogher at the time is described in my book - see   www.leavingofloughrea.com 

Good luck and enjoy your visit.  If you find anything about 1821 I'd be interested to hear.

Stephen

Stephen

Thank you for this info

I left a message on your website as well

I will get your book as well

Thanks

Ed