Who do you think you are?
George Morrison
The popular RTE television programme delves into the background of its subject. Aided by the largely excellent record keeping of church, state and military it is now possible to explore the life’s history of one’s ancestors. The media, recognising our inherent inquisitiveness, have used the opportunity to research willing celebrity’s backgrounds. The usual format […]
Fifty Years from Derry
George Morrison
It was about this time fifty years ago that the Apprentice Boy’s Parade took place in Derry. It provided the outlet for protest that was to occupy the North of Ireland for the next quarter of a century. The official ending of what euphemistically was called “The Troubles” took place with the signing of the […]
Harvest Days
George Morrison
Harvest Days Word on the Week 3rd August 2019. Harvest days are here again! The fields are golden with ripened grain. The combine harvesters are slowly clanking their way through the crops. The grain trailers driving alongside the combine pick-up the grain as it is funnelled over their tall sides then off […]