Reminiscences of Comber, it's inhabitants and our life there by Maria Duffin née Drennan
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating 'Reminiscences of Comber, it's inhabitants and our life there' by Maria Duffin
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Nov 227 min read
Reminiscences of Old Comber (1860-76): Maria Duffin nèe Drennan
Explore Old Comber through the eyes of Maria 'Molly' Drennan. Maria writing in 1948, records her memories of her childhood in Comber 1860-76
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Desmond Rainey
Nov 153 min read
Comber War Memorial
Discover the history of Comber War Memorial and the heart-warming community efforts to honour fallen soldiers of the town.
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Michael Burns
Nov 122 min read
Ballynichol
Explore the rich history of Ballynichol, a townland south of Comber, featuring a B2 listed bridge and prehistoric standing stones.
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Michael Burns
Nov 52 min read
Ballycreelly
Discover the historic Ballycreelly, a townland in Comber parish with its rich past, archaeological sites, and listed buildings.
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Michael Burns
Oct 292 min read
Ballyhanwood
Explore the rich history and archaeological sites of Ballyhanwood, from its Norman origins to its role in World War II espionage.
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Desmond Rainey
Oct 254 min read
William Sturgeon
Uncover the controversial career of Comber man, William Sturgeon, from his teaching days to his contentious career as Presbyterian Minister
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Michael Burns
Oct 222 min read
Ballykeel
Uncover the intriguing history of Ballykeel, the townland nestled between Crossnacreevy and Moneyreagh villages. Explore its rich past and w
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Desmond Rainey
Oct 186 min read
Andrews Corn & Flour Mills
Discover the history of Andrews Corn & Flour Mills, from its Comber origins in the 17th century to today.
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Michael Burns
Oct 152 min read
Ballybeen
A short overview of the townland of Ballybeen, Comber Parish, Co. Down
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Michael Burns
Oct 82 min read
Ballyalton
A short overview of the townland of Ballyalton, Comber parish, Co. Down
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Michael Burns
Oct 43 min read
Herbert Kennedy Andrews: Comber Composer
Herbert Kennedy Andrews was born in Comber at Carnesure on the 10th August 1904 to Arthur McDonald Andrews & Sarah Black. Whilst born in...
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Michael Burns
Sep 171 min read
Ballymagaughey
A short overview of the townland of Ballymagaughey
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Michael Burns
Sep 101 min read
Ballyhenry Major & Minor
A sort article on Ballyhenry Major & Minor
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Desmond Rainey
Sep 615 min read
Comber New Cemetery
A article exploring the construction of Comber’s New Cemetery.
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Michael Burns
Sep 31 min read
Ballyrussell
A short article on Ballyrussell in Comber, Co. Down
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Desmond Rainey
Aug 297 min read
1859 Revival in Comber
An account of the Ulster Revival of 1859 in Comber, Co. Down
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Michael Burns
Aug 272 min read
Ballyrush
A short summary on the townland of Ballyrush
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Michael Burns
Aug 232 min read
Edmund De Wind: Comber’s Victoria Cross
A short biography of Comber’s VC winner, Edmund de Wind (1883-1918)
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