Good for you! I did some checking for you today and found something that MAY be helpful (or more confusing as these things tend to end up). I was looking for Daniel O'BYRNE in Antrim Co. (not found) when I found that there were a lot of McBRIDES in Antrim at this time, especially Ballycastle. As I can't see what sources you are getting your information from, and you seem unsure of it, you might want to think about this. Also, no McBRIDES in Limerick, but this is not meaningful as Limerick is probably the worst Co. to try and find information. Just my luck, as this is where my ancestors are from. Keep digging - skeletons can be found in the closet (I found one!) David