Release of 1926 Irish Census

This landmark initiative by the National Archives of Ireland allows genealogists and historians to explore the first census taken after the formation of the Irish Free State.

The data reveals fascinating details about extinct professions and the social fabric of the era, including the fact that only 1% of returns were in the Irish language.

To mark the release, forty-eight 'Centenarian Ambassadors' have been appointed to share their life stories.

The digital archive is expected to be a major resource for millions of people worldwide with Irish ancestry.