This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: MFitzgerald45 Surnames: Fitzgerald Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.fitzgerald/2548/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Richard and Bridget Fitzgerald had at least two children born in Manchester, Lancashire - Elizabeth 1850 and Thomas 1852. I have full information about Thomas who was an army man - he had an older brother (probably Michael or John) whose name I do not know, who was also in the army. During 1850-1852 the Fitzgeralds were at Silver Street, Manchester but unfortunately the 1851 census for that district was severely damaged by water and is largely unreadable. I am trying to identify the earlier background of Richard and Bridget. Her maiden name was McLean or some variant of that e.g. McClane, McGlynn etc. Because of the damage to the census I cannot identify where and when either were born, and therefore cannot trace their marriage, ancestors, etc. Any information about them would be appreciated. I am happy to share descendant information from their son Thomas. Thanks. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>