Researching Scots-Irish Ancestors: 2nd Edition by William J. Roulston – Ultimate Ulster Genealogy Guide
Brand: William J Roulston
Researching Scots-Irish Ancestors, Second Edition by William J. Roulston is the preeminent textbook for Scots-Irish genealogy, expanded with new chapters on church records, emigration, law, and occupations. Serious researchers tracing Ulster ancestry should buy it for its detailed source guides and parish appendices.
Key Features
- Unlock comprehensive Ulster parish sources for precise ancestor tracing
- Explore new chapters on emigration, business, and legal records to deepen family history
- Access 350+ estate collections and pre-1800 materials via detailed appendices
- Gain historical context on Ulster settlement and 18th-century migration waves
- Master diverse records from churches, deeds, military, and personal diaries
Pros
- Widely recognized as the leading Scots-Irish genealogy textbook
- Expanded second edition covers more record types like occupations and clubs
- Practical appendices list sources by parish and estate for efficient lookups
Cons
- Dense academic style may challenge beginners
- No visual aids or maps included
- Primarily pre-1800 focus limits some modern applications