About: Clare O'Grady
Recent Posts by Clare O'Grady
The Satisfying Outcome of an Eight Year Genealogical Journey
RQG member Richard Tolson shares with us his eight year journey researching the men of Stannington in Northumberland in World War One. “In 2014 with the 100th anniversary of the commencement of WW1 approaching, I decided to research the men of my home parish of Stannington in Northumberland who gave their lives in that conflict. […]
Blue Plaque for Frank Kitz
RQG Student member Debbie Dunne will be unveiling a blue plaque this Saturday, 9th April, at Wandlebank in Merton, south-west London, for Frank Kitz (1849-1923). This is an event related to Debbie’s research into Kitz’s life over the past fifteen years conducted with his descendant, Lynda Cazeaux. Kitz had been a dyer at William Morris’ Merton Abbey […]
History for Ukraine
Historians unite to stage unique livestream to raise funds for Ukraine History For Ukraine brings historians from around the world together in solidarity to raise vital funds for Ukraine with a 24-hour event, broadcast online and across social media. A host of famous faces have already pledged their support for the event, including Prof. Suzannah […]
New RQG member – Sandie Uphill
Sandie is a professional genealogist, based in Chertsey, Surrey, with nearly 40 years experience of researching family histories for friends and extended family. In 2019 they took their interest a step further by enrolling with the University of Strathclyde gaining a PGDip in Genealogical, Palaeographic and Heraldic Studies. With a background as a school bursar […]