Royal Irish Constabulary - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Christopher Palliser Wilson

wilsonlj — 30 Sep 2008 4:21:10 GMT

Looking for information on Christopher Palliser Wilson born in Ateuelleun(try to decipher from marriage certificate) Wexford Ireland. I believe he joined the Irish Constabulary in 1847 aged 21 (ref Film#856059 page #75 from ancestry.com search but have not looked at these..need to know how to access them)
He migrated to Australia in about 1856 and became a policeman at Beechworth in 1856 he married a Mary Ann White from Mallow Cork in Beechworth in 1857
His father was also Christopher Wilson a farmer and mother Jane Jeffers. No idea if he had siblings.

Royal Irish Constabulary Ralph Reid

Michael Hughes — 22 Aug 2005 9:37:48 GMT

RALPH REID COUNTY LOUTH

Ralph Reid married Margaret Hughes in November 1847 at the Church of Ireland Ballymascanlan County Louth. Both Margaret and Ralph were from Killin(Killien) County Louth. Ralph's father was James Reid and Margaret's father was John Hughes a farmar from Killin County Louth.

Has anyone any connections with Ralph Reid or Margaret Hughes. I have been unable to trace their whereabouts after their marriage in 1847.

Michael Hughes

John Tobin, enlisted RIC 1836 in Tipperary

RuthBaum546 — 10 Apr 2008 11:23:52 GMT

Does anyone have any details about the above John Tobin, or any other John Tobin who was in the RIC please?

Patrick Kilroe/Kilroy

bob_kilroy — 8 Apr 2008 4:22:15 GMT

I am looking for any information on a Patrick Kilroe/Kilroy who was assigned to the RIC Police Barracks in Looscaun Townland near Woodford Town in Galway, Ireland in the 1840s and 1850's. He may have been the senior constable by 1852.

Bernard Cummins RIC

charlie3199 — 5 Feb 2008 2:44:57 GMT

Hi all,
I have just discovered the wife of my Bernard Cummins. Her name was Bedelia Le Strange. I have no idea where or when she was born. Bernard joined the RIC in 1833, at age 36, & was "of Kings". It has been impossible to find anything on either of them.

Patrick Keenahan RIC

patmac1 — 20 Jun 2005 1:13:02 GMT

Hi - I have a Patrick Kenehan whose RIC number was 34292. He joined the force on Apr. 9, 1868 and was 21 years of age at the time he joined. He retired from the force in 1898. He was from Galway West and it looks like he was married 3 times. His first wife was from King's County and they were married on Sept. 8, 1876. At the time of this marriage he was stationed in Co. Carlow. His second wife whom I am related to directly was Margaret Ann Carty who was born in Kilkishen, Co. Clare, around Sept. 2, 1854. Her sponsors were Edward Gavan and Bridget Gavan. I believe this Bridget Gavan maiden name might be Carty. Margaret married Patrick Birmingham (RIC) Jan. 22, 1879. Her witnesses to her marriage were Patrick Carty II and a Rosanna Maria Hanley. They had one son John Henry Birmingham who was baptised Jan. 6. 1880. Patrick Birmingham died Jan. 18, 1882. Eleven months later, Margaret married Patrick Keenahan on Dec. 26, 1883. At the time, Patrick was a constable in the town of Kilkishen, Co. Clare. Patrick and Margaret had 4 kids together. Thomas Keenahan was baptised Sept. 26, 1884; Michael Keenahan was baptised January 20, 1886; Evangeline Keenahan was baptised January 14, 1887 and Maria Keenahan was baptised December 29, 1887. All these children were baptised in Kilfenora, Co. Clare. Margaret Carty died around May, 1890. Finally Patrick Keenahan had remarried in Roscommon on June 29, 1891 in County Roscommon. As of 1883-1897, we know that Patrick Keenahan had owned a home near 1 Fort Eyre, Co. Galway. I am not sure if he had children with his first wife and his third wife. My speculation is he probably did. I do not know of any other offspring except for Margaret Carty's. Patrick was not a lessor of his home, he actually was the owner. My gr-grandfather Patrick Carty II (RIC) and gr-gr- grandfather John Hogan (RIC) lived very close to Patrick Keenahan. If any of these people sound familiar to you, I have tons more information. Thanks -Pat

William Nesbitt

imeldalively1 — 25 Jan 2008 9:46:36 GMT

I am looking for information om William Nesbitt. He was born in Co Offally about 1859 and joined the RIC in 1880. He was recommended by County Inspector Sheehan in Carrick on Shannon. His father was Hugh nesbitt and I think that he may also have been a member of the RIC. He was appointed to Co Clare and Galway and died in Monivea in 1907 whilst still in the service. He married Annie Kidd from Broadford Co Clare. I would appreciate any information which may help me to find more about William. Thanks

Imelda Lively

Lookup please?

bermc — 18 Apr 2007 10:09:24 GMT

Can anyone help me with a lookup of James William Monaghan, Co. Meath, born c.1857, enlisted 1875. Also his father, Nicholas Monaghan, DOB not known, but may be c 1820-35.

LookUp possible? I have exact info

Deirdre Mc Intyre — 29 Jul 2005 6:39:49 GMT

Hello I am trying to confirm that this is my gggrandad w/ any extra details
--if you have access to the microfilm and can fill me in on his registration details I would be very grateful. Thank you :)

FOLEY, JOHN
Birth Date/Age: 22
Birthplace: Kerry
Enlisted: 1860
Film #: 856063
Page #: 62C

Valerie Turner, killed by her husband, Jack

susannawebberlewis — 23 Feb 2007 6:31:25 GMT

Valerie Turner, my cousin, was married to Jack Turner, and they were living in Anglesey, Wales. I was heartsick to find that he killed her. I don't know what the circumstances were, but I would dearly love to know what happened. I don’t know when she died, but it would have been after 1973. I am searching for information on her children, my second cousins. They are Barbara, Kay, Heather and Andrew, all born around the 1960’s. Andrew passed away when he was 17. This family lived in Lancashire County (Oldham or Manchester), as well. I am lost when it comes to researching outside of the United States and I have wanted to find my cousins all of my life. Please, does anyone have any ideas?

Valerie Turner, killed by her husband, Jack

susannawebberlewis — 23 Feb 2007 6:31:22 GMT

Royal Irish Constabulary

Lance Matthews — 12 Oct 2005 2:39:08 GMT

Where will I find the records for William Matthews, who served in the RIC between 1857 and 1864
All help will be appreciated.
Lance Matthews.

Lookup John Leonard

maleonard2001 — 26 Jan 2007 4:02:29 GMT

I've recently found out my G-dad's brother was in the RIC.
His name is John Leonard, b. abt 1870s. Was the son of Michael and Delia Leonard of Galway. His last whereabouts in 1916 was Dublin, which makes me think that perhaps he may have been DMP.

Any help is greatly appreciated.

Location of Barricks

sparks1950 — 11 Jan 2007 9:59:07 GMT

My great grandfather, Thomas Murtagh and his son, Wm James Murtagh were constables. I know where they served and when. What I can't find is the location of their barricks. Are there any maps available with the location of the barricks in each county?
Thanks for any help.
Mary

Morrisroe

Marie — 4 Dec 2006 3:09:52 GMT

I am lookin to see if any MORRISROE family members were in the RIC? Hoping someone could help. Thank you so much Marie

William Lombard

reazin — 16 Aug 2005 3:54:41 GMT

The story on my great uncle Bill is that he was in the IRA in Ireland. He somehow got himself thrown out of the country. He imigrated to America were he maried my great aunt Mary O'Leary. If anybody can tell me more on either Bill or Mary Lombard, I would greatly appreciate it..