GuidedResearch:Ireland Religion Unknown

= Ireland Religion Unknown =

Before 1864, church records are the primary source for birth, marriage, and death information. Knowing the religion is crucial in finding these records. If researching after 1864, see Civil Records.

Catholic
Historically, about 80% of Ireland was Roman Catholic. If religion is unknown, start with researching Catholic records.
 * Roughly 90% of what is now the Republic of Ireland was Catholic.
 * To search: Ireland Catholic Guided Research.

Protestant
Historically, about 20% of Ireland was Protestant. If religion is unknown, search Protestant records after Catholic records.
 * The majority of Protestants were found in what is now Northern Ireland.
 * Less than 10% of what is now the Republic of Ireland was Protestant.
 * To search: Ireland Protestant Guided Research.


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