To mark Remembrance Day 2019, I’ve collected a list of men with the surname of Heenan who served as part of the Canadian Expeditionary Force in World War 1. There were 14 of these recruits. They were farmers and labourers, … Continue reading →
It’s time for another episode of “Heenan in the News” in which I share information from historical newspapers about people with the Heenan surname. I look out for items that are unusual, intriguing, strange, humorous or add details to people … Continue reading →
Genealogical research is frustrating, isn’t it? You come across an individual whose life story sounds fascinating. You want to know more. So you dig and dig and dig.for documents and records that help you fill in the blanks. At first … Continue reading →
It’s a while since I did an update on the progress of my research activities on the Heenan surname. But that certainly doesn’t mean I have been lax in that department. Making connections Down Under In February while on holiday … Continue reading →
It’s the Memorial Day weekend in the United States, a federal holiday intended to remember and honour people who have died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Although I’ve done extensive research on Heenan soldiers from England, Wales, … Continue reading →
In the latest article for the A to Z Blogging Challenge 2019. we look at a man who was part of what I’ve labelled the Hammersley Heenan dynasty. This is a family originating from Birr (Parsonstown) in King’s County, Ireland … Continue reading →