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The McGinley Clan: Warriors and Holy Men, Volume One
Proinsias Mag Fhionnghaile - 2009 - 352 pages
The history of the McGinley clan contains 352 pages including 12 colour plates and an amazing 69 Black & Whites. It is a Hardback book, wonderfully presented. There are 33 chapters covering McGinley history until the year 1699, including: 'Meaning of the McGinley name', 'The Ancient Ancestors', 'The First Known McGinley', early 1200's', 'McGinley Clan Territory', 'McGinley Warriors in the 1500's', 'Clan Sweeney Connections', 'Native Clothing', 'The Census Records, 1659 and 1665', 'The McGinley Brehons' and much more. This book represents a thorough and studious history of our clan. Volume Two will be available later in the year and this will be an ongoing project building up to around 6 volumes which will in total, be the ultimate historical resource for the McGinley surname.
Volume One of the fascinating McGinley story is only available from the official McGinley Clan website.
Book Price: €45.00
Book size: 7x10
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BOOK REVIEW
I was delighted when I was asked to take a look at this first volume of the history of the McGinleys. Once I opened the book I found it hard to put it down again. I had been looking for many years to find a true history of my surname and over the years I have been told a lot of rubbish.
This book is indeed fascinating. It starts off by detailing the ancient ancestors of the McGinleys, names that are common among other Donegal surnames, heroes and kings who are part of who we are. In fact the information on our common ancestors goes back to 30 B.C.
The book goes on to show how the McGinleys first entered the world in the 13th century...amazing stuff! As a McGinley who was born and lived all my life in Scotland, I was unaware of the close bond we have had with the Sweeney clan since the 13th century, it made for some interesting reading.
This book gives accounts of some of the most notable figures in our clan history such as the monk Ciothruadh Mag Fhionnghail who lived in the late 15th century and early 16th century, a great character and scribe.
I loved the chapter on warfare and the information on the various battles that the McGinleys took part in. For a small clan we certainly got involved! It would be hard to find anything negative to say about this book, especially when you consider that much of the research in this book has not been made generally available to the ordinary man and woman before. The book also gives chapters on how we dressed and how we lived our lives. The clothing worn by our ancestors was amazing and really colourful.
One part which I was particularly drawn to was the one which showed the historical proof for the Gaelic form of our name being Mag Fhionnghaile and not Mac Fhionnlaoich as I had been told a few years ago. Apparently, Mac Fhionnlaoich is for the Scottish surname McKinlay, a totally different surname.
I really liked the photographs in the book...so many of them! The quality and finish of the book is to a high standard and I wholeheartedly recommend this book to all McGinleys. Buy it!Jimmy McGinlay
Paisley Road West,
Glasgow,
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The McGinley Clan, Volume One is indeed an impressive book, one which I wish I could have had the chance to read as a young man. I suppose it is never too late to find out the 'truth' about your origins.
Each chapter in this book has its merits and it was hard for me to pick out any highlights, I loved the whole book. I was interested to find out just how many spelling forms of McGinley there are (much more than is found on the website). I would not have believed that there were so many of them. Some of the pictures in the book are amazing, especially for someone like myself who has never visited Ireland. I have long appreciated the website for its wealth of information, but it does not compare to the book, especially when you consider that the book only goes up to the year 1699 and more volumes are in the pipeline. I will be making the long trip to Donegal in the summer to meet with the author during the McGinley clan reunion...cannot wait.John McGinley
Australia
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INTERNATIONAL MCGINLEY CLAN GATHERING
Programme of Events
July 30th-August 7th, 2010
Friday, July 30th | 2-4 pm |
McGinley Clan 'Meet & Greet'
Venue: Regional Cultural Centre, Letterkenny.
The official opening of the clan gathering. Please sign our Attendance Book and learn more about planned events.
| 8 pm |McGinley Clan Art Exhibition
Venue: Framemasters Ltd (previously Ace of Arts). Canal Road, Letterkenny.
Art from McGinleys around the world. Runs for two weeks.
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Saturday, July 31st | 8 pm |
Charlie McGinley & Family Art Exhibition
Venue: An Grianán Theatre, Port Road, Letterkenny.
Charlie has been one of Donegal’s leading artists for many years. Runs for one month.
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Sunday, August 1st
Rest Day
An opportunity to take in some of Donegal’s great scenery, especially north of Muckish mountain… McGinley Country!
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Monday, August 2nd | 9-6 pm |
McGinley Clan Open Day
Venue: Gallaghers Hotel, Main Street, Letterkenny.
| 10 am |
Lecture about the origins and Gaelic form of the McGinley surname. A chance to ask any questions you may have on the McGinley clan.
| 12 pm |Special showing of the Hollywood film ‘JIMMY ZIP’ by director Robert McGinley from Los Angeles. Robert will be present for this special occasion.
| 3 pm |
Talk about the future direction of McGinley clan activities. Information/leaflets/ arts/crafts/etc. throughout the day. An opportunity for those wishing to get involved in future clan activities.
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Tuesday, August 3rd | 10 am |
McGinley Clan Coach Trip to Dunfanaghy/Muckish Mountain
Leaves from Letterkenny. Those wishing to climb Muckish please bring suitable footwear/rainwear and packed lunch. Others will be left at Dunfanaghy village to look around the sites.
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Wednesday, August 4th | 3 pm |
McGinley Clan Historical Walk of Letterkenny
Venue: Donegal County Museum, High Rd., Letterkenny. Hosted by Niall McGinley.
| 8 pm |Traditional Music Session in honour of the McGinley clan
Venue: McGinleys Bar, Main Street, Letterkenny.
McGinley musicians from around Co. Donegal.
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Thursday, August 5th | 6 pm |
McGinley History Talk
By local historian Niall McGinley.
Followed by BOOK LAUNCH.
Venue: Donegal County Library, Lower Main Street, Letterkenny.
Launch of 'The McGinley Clan, Volume Two: Freedom and Slavery' by Proinsias Mag Fhionnghaile.
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Saturday, August, 7th | 8pm |
McGinley Clan Gala Evening
Venue: An GrianÑn Theatre, Port Rd., Letterkenny.
A superb evening of variety entertainment featuring talented McGinleys from around the world. Acts include: Etienne McGinley from Maryland, USA (comedian/juggler), McGinley School of Irish Dancers from Pennsylvania, Meadbh McGinley from Derry (classical/jazz pianist), Martin McGinley from Donegal.
WEEK-LONG EVENTS
Friday 30th July—Saturday August 7th
McGinley Clan History Exibition
Venue: Donegal County Library, Lower Main Street, Letterkenny. Closed on Saturday & Monday.
The exhibition will include historical information on the McGinleys, famous McGinleys, important items relating to Dr. McGinley, Census information and other records will be made available to McGinleys. Books by McGinley authors will be made available as well as displayed extracts from poems and texts by McGinleys. A PC and a microreader will be ‘block-booked’ for McGinley use.
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Monday 2nd August— Friday 6th August
Donegal Fiddle Summer School
Venue: Glencolmcille
This is a rich musical tradition stretching back hundreds of years. The summer school will include lessons, talks, tutorials and concerts including open sessions in the pubs. As always, there will be a strong McGinley connection. Everyone is welcome to take part in the summer school or just attend as bystanders to hear great music. The Irish language is spoken around Glencolmcille, a rich part of Irish heritage.
Two of Donegal's top musicians will be in attendance: Martin McGinley and Derek McGinley. Music will feature tunes from Con McGinley of Meenacross (b.1915) and the great John Mhosie McGinley (b. 1848) including the famous 'John McGinleys Reel' aka 'Harvest Moon'. Martin McGinley will take time out to speak to any McGinley visitor. For more info on the Donegal Fiddle Summer School please go to www.donegalfiddlemusic.ie.
Remember, our two Art Exhibitions also run for the full course of the Clan Gathering.Other small events and get-togethers will be going on too! Everybody welcome!
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NEWS BULLETIN, JUNE 2010
DONEGAL FIDDLE SUMMER SCHOOL, GLENCOLMCILLE
2nd - 6th August, 2010
The Donegal Fiddle Summer School will be of interest to many McGinleys who like traditional Irish fiddle music. Among the noted fiddle families of Donegal were the McGinleys, especially of those of Glencolmcille. This is a rich musical tradition stretching back hundreds of years. The summer school will include lessons, talks, tutorials and concerts including open sessions in the pubs. As always, there will be a strong McGinley connection. Everyone is welcome to take part in the summer school or just attend as bystanders to hear great music. The Irish language is spoken around Glencolmcille, a rich part of Irish heritage.
Two of Donegal's top musicians will be in attendance: Martin McGinley and Derek McGinley. Music will feature tunes from Con McGinley of Meenacross (1920-1995) and the great John Mhosie McGinley (b. 1848) including the famous 'John McGinleys Reel' aka 'Harvest Moon'. Martin McGinley will take time out to speak to any McGinley visitor. For more info on the Donegal Fiddle Summer School please go to www.donegalfiddlemusic.ie.
A BIG THANK YOU
Author Proinsias Mag Fhionnghaile would like to extend a big thank you to all those who recently bought copies of ‘The McGinley Clan, Volume One: Warriors and Holy Men’ from the website. Your support is greatly appreciated.
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NEWS BULLETIN JANUARY, 2010We are pleased to announce that one of Donegal’s finest watercolour artists, Charlie McGinley of Letterkenny, will be holding an exhibition of his work at An GrianÑn Theatre in Letterkenny. He will be accompanied by his three adult children: Donnchadh, Fiona and Deirdre, all great artistic talents in their own right. The event will open on Saturday, 31st July and will run for two weeks.
* * * * * * * *For those still looking for accommodation, we are pleased to announce that Noel McGinley, of McGinley Motors in Letterkenny, has offered us a 10% discount (off prices listed below) on accommodation at his excellent Letterkenny Townhouses. Everything needed is included apart from ESB charges (Electricity). See below.
Glenveagh (Letterkenny) Self-Catering
C/O Noel McGinley, Pearse Road, Letterkenny, Co. DonegalThis new development of 4 Star Town-houses is superbly located in the heart of Letterkenny’s town centre. With its central location it is only a short stroll away from the town’s excellent choice of restaurants, cafes, bars and retail parks. Each 2/3 bed-roomed town house is fully equipped to the highest standard and visitors are provided with free secure car parking. Bed linen, towels are provided and cots/high chairs are also available upon request free of charge. ESB is an extra Charge.
Why not check out our website: www.visitletterkenny.ie for more information. Please note that if you book direct with us over the phone and state that you are part of the McGinley Clan you will automatically be entitled to 10% discount. You can e-mail us at glenveaghsc@gmail.com with any queries or contact us on +353 (0)87 6633221 any time or +353 (0)74 9188453 (between 9-3 pm local time).
RATES for 2010:3 Bedroom Town House (Sleeps 5)
• 1 Double Bed & en-suite,
• 2 Single Beds (Beside main bathroom)
• 1 Single Bed (Beside toilet/sink)Jan to Apr 2010 €295 pw (Excluding Easter Week)
May 2010 €350 pw
Jun 2010 €390 pw
Jul to Aug 2010 €490 pw
Sep 2010 €390 pw
Oct 2010 €350 pw
Nov to Dec 2010 €295 pw (Excluding Christmas)
Easter & Christmas/New Year €390 pwWeekend rates are also available upon request.
We are opened all year round 24/7.
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DONEGAL CENTRAL LIBRARY: MCGINLEY CLAN EXHIBITION
We, at the McGinley clan are pleased to announce that Donegal Central Library in Letterkenny are getting involved in our clan gathering. They will be holding a special McGinley clan exhibition. This will include biographies on some of the most important McGinleys from Donegal such as P.T.McGinley/Cú Uladh (writer and twice President of The Gaelic League), Patrick McGinley (writer of ‘Bogmail’ and many more), T.C. McGinley (teacher and author) etc. There will be some selective writings/poetry available from Mick McGinley and Bridget McGinley (the ‘Poet of Glenswilly’).
There will be Witness Statements from the Bureau of Military History relating to the noted Dr. McGinleys roll in the Republican movement plus info on Pat McGinley of Gola who was involved in the famous Howth gun running episode of 1914. The library will put on pictorial displays relating to the above plus biographical details.
Donegal Central Library can also collate census records, Griffiths Valuation records, church records etc., all perfect for family research purposes. They will facilitate the viewing of microfilmed family records information and will help in all genealogical matters and local history. This event at the library will run the full course of the International McGinley Clan Gathering.
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NEWS BULLETIN-JULY 2009
Dear Worldwide McGinleys,We are glad to announce a few more details regarding our International McGinley Clan Gathering.
1. McGinley Historical Walking Tour of Letterkenny.
The McGinley clan will hold a historical walk around the town of Letterkenny, hosted by Niall McGinley, our clan leader and well known local historian. Much of the tour will centre on the life and work of his father, Dr. McGinley, one of the most important figures in twentieth century Donegal history.2. Bus Tour of Dunfanaghy and Muckish. The McGinley clan are proud to announce that Donegal’s best bus/coach company, John McGinley Coaches are offering us one of their coaches for a tour to the ancient homeland of the McGinleys at Dunfanaghy. Those fit enough (and willing enough) can join our trip to nearby Muckish mountain and to climb it for a spectacular summit view of the entire McGinley clan lands. The tour up Muckish will be weather permitting. This promises to be a great day out for all McGinleys. www.johnmcginleycoaches.com
3. Arrangements are currently being worked on for art exhibitions by local Letterkenny artist Charlie McGinley. Also Derry Wood Sculptor Theresa McGinley is planning an exhibition of her great work. More info will follow when we get it.
4. Finally for now, Etienne McGinley, the brilliant Juggler/Comedian/Entertainer from Maryland, USA will be joining us too and will showcase some of his amazing skills. www.veryfunny.com
My thanks to all the great McGinleys out there and for all the help and support we have had worldwide. We have one or two ideas that we are thinking over at the moment such as a ‘Questions and Answers’ evening. This may be of great interest to McGinleys who want some answers or further insight into their origins, history etc. If any of you out there has any further ideas or suggestions as to what should be included at our McGinley Clan Gathering, then please contact us with your thoughts, after all… this is Your clan.
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NEWS BULLETIN-APRILl 2009
Hello to all McGinleys. Some of you have been asking for some details about transport in Ireland. So here are a few tips. The following two websites are for Irelands national bus and rail services. Please bear in mind that there are no rail services in Donegal. The nearest train station to Letterkenny is Derry followed by Sligo. Bus services from these two towns are regular to Letterkenny.
www.buseireann.ie
www.irishrail.ie
There is a local bus service in Donegal called Lough Swilly Buses. They only have a few routes and if you decide to use them please double check return bus times.
www.sjp.clara.net/nibus/lstt.htm (follow link for Lough Swilly)
Donegal is basically a rural county with many mountainous areas. Therefore we do not have the best of transport systems, unlike other parts of the country. Another great option, favoured by many, is to hire a car. Here are a few websites for car hire in Ireland. Some have great package deals.
www.autoescape.ie
www.carhire3000.ie
www.budget.ie
www.carhire.ie
www.avis.ie
www.hertz.ie
A further update is needed here regarding transportation in Donegal and Ireland. For some unexplained reason we missed McGinley Coaches from the last update! So, please go to www.johnmcginley.com for more information. They operate a bus service from Dublin straight through to Letterkenny as well as other services.
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NEWS BULLETIN-JANUARY 2009
As we prepare for the arrival of many McGinleys from around the world in 2010, we thought that it was a good time to give some details of accomodation websites for the Letterkenny area. The following three websites are recommended. Now is a good time to book and perhaps 'haggle' over prices!
www.letterkenny.ie
www.goireland.com
www.letterkennyhomes.com
B&B's
www.riverviewdonegal.net
www.letterkennybandb.com
www.accomodationdonegal.com (Pennsylvania House B&B)
www.townviewhouse.com
www.larkfield.net
www.glencairnhousebb.com
Ballyraine Park B&B (Email: glackin@gofree.indigo.ie)HOTELS
www.letterkennycourthotel.com (central and some good deals)
www.encoreletterkenny.com
www.clanreehotel.com
www.mounterrigal.com
www.radison.com/letterkenny.ie
www.gallaghershotel.com
www.gleneany.comCHEAP HOSTEL
www.porthostel.ie (cheap but good)
All of these are concentrated in the Letterkenny area. This is where most of the events will be taking place. Letterkenny has the population and the amenities needed. We will be organising one or two trips to the Dunfanaghy area, the ancient homeland of our clan, during our McGinley Clan Reunion. Dunfanaghy is about 20 miles north of Letterkenny.
There are however many other websites that you may wish to look at. Use 'keywords' like 'Letterkenny' or 'Donegal' with 'hotels', B&B's or 'accommodation'. We are here to give you any help or advice that you need. For example, THE SILVER TASSIE Hotel is a wonderful place and can be recommended. They advertise themselves as being 'in Letterkenny', but the truth is they are about three miles from town. Fine if you want to hire a car, but not so fine if you wish to stroll into town occasionally.
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NEWS BULLETIN-DECEMBER 2008
Dear McGinley relatives around the world,
We at the McGinley Clan in Ireland are happy and proud to announce that our first ever INTERNATIONAL MCGINLEY CLAN GATHERING will take place between 30th July to 7th August, 2010. We are currently working on our schedule, but so far, we have the following talented people joining us:
MARTIN MCGINLEY, DONEGAL
Musician, Radio and Television Host, Newspaper Editor
Martin is perhaps the best known and most professional of Donegal's traditional fiddlers. He has presented local and national radio (RTE Radio, BBC Radio Ulster, BBC Radio 3) as well as working as a radio and TV reporter for BBC Northern Ireland. Martin also presented the acclaimed Traditional Irish music show 'The Pure Drop' for RTE.
PAUL MCGINLEY, DUBLIN
Golfer (www.paulmcginley.net)
Paul is one of Ireland's most successful golfers ever. He plays regularly on the prestigious European Tour. He is most famous for holing the winning putt for the European Team against America in the 2002 Ryder Cup. Paul has won 4 events on the European Tour and won the World Cup of Golf for Ireland with Padraig Harrington in 1997. He won the Irish PGA Championship in 2000, 2002 and 2003, and the Volvo European Masters in 2005 among others. In 2005, the Irish nation honoured his 2002 Ryder Cup victory by issuing a stamp with his image on it. Paul, at present does not know his golfing schedule for 2010, so there is a chance he may not make it, but if that happens, Paul will offer some personal memorabilia to us to auction. His family, including his father (a good golfer in his own right) will be in attendance.
MARGE MCGINLEY, WASHINGTON
Artist (www.horsesofcourse.ws)
Marge is an excellent artist who concentrates her work mostly on her great love of horses. Shape, colour and semi-abstract designs flow through her work. Marge has an AA degree with a fine art emphasis. Marge has held many shows, mostly around Washington where she lives. She will be holding a joint art show with her daughter Laurie. Exhibition: ACE of ARTS, Letterkenny, Co Donegal. Opening night 30th July running to 6th August.
LAURIE MCGINLEY, WASHINGTON
Artist (www.laurie-mcginley.com)
Daughter of Marge, Laurie is an excellent artist in her own right. Laurie works mostly in graphite, oils and acrylic media. She is primarily an animal artist (dogs, cats and the wildlife of the American West), but she also does some great Irish landscapes too. Exhibition: ACE of ARTS, Letterkenny, Co Donegal. Opening night 30th July running to 6th August.
MCGINLEY SCHOOL OF IRISH DANCE, PENNSYLVANIA
(www.mcginleyirishdancers.com)
This great Irish dancing school, under the instruction of Lena McGinley will bring their talents to Donegal. In America, they currently hold 10 Regional Championship Team Titles and 15 Regional Championship Award winners. In 2008, their Under 12 Ceili 6 Hand Team won a World Championship Title and Jamie Pool won the World Championship Under 14 Award! Lena McGinley is a fully qualified teacher (Irish National Association). She is the first American to achieve this. Her younger sister, Annie, is also an accomplished teacher specialising in dance, theatre and stage performance.
THE MCGINLEY FAMILY GOSPEL SINGERS, WASHINGTON
Singers and musicians. (www.spiritui.com)
This very talented group of McGinleys would also love to join us, but do not at present know their full schedule for 2010 (we will keep you updated). They play a great blend of Gospel, Country and Bluegrass music in a very professional and 'easy listenable' style. They play widespread throughout the north and eastern states of America. It is a big undertaking to bring them all over here as there are 12 McGinleys in the group!
MCGINLEY HERITAGE AND HISTORY TOUR
This very special walking tour (weather permitting) will be suited for those who are at least reasonably fit and good walking apparel is suggested. Part of the walk will take in The Bridge of Tears, a very emotional spot for McGinleys and many other Donegal surnames. The main part of the walk will be a walk/climb up Muckish mountain (a height of 662 metres). The views from here are stunning, and you will be able to see the ancient McGinley homeland in total! The McGinley Clan historian, Proinsias Mag Fhionnaile will be your guide.
We will be announcing more about our clan gathering over the coming months and adding more names to our list.
IT WOULD BE A GREAT HELP TO OUR ORGANISING COMMITTEE IF THOSE WHO ARE SERIOUSLY INTERESTED IN JOINING US FROM 30th JULY TO 7th AUGUST 2010, COULD PLEASE LET US KNOW NOW (or as soon as possible). IF WE HAVE A ROUGH IDEA OF THE AMOUNT OF MCGINLEYS EXPECTED, THEN WE CAN ORGANISE THINGS BETTER. WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP IN THIS MATTER.
See you in 2010!
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If your surname is McGinley, or any of its variants, we hope that this website will be of help and interest to you. The main aims of this website is to give those of the surname McGinley (and its many variants) information regarding the origins and history of the clan along with some general information about the lifestyle and culture of the clan before they were dispersed around the world. The other main aim is as an 'Information Board' for McGinleys around the world to connect with each other and to help each other in developing their family trees etc. This history is the history of the surname McGinley, a small clan who originate in the north of Co.Donegal, Ireland. Other spellings include:
Mag Fhionnaile, Mag Fhionnghaile, Gainley, McGeanely, McGeanly, McGeenley, Geenley, McGenley, Genley, McGennell, Gennell, M'Gennely, McGennelly, Gennelly, McGennowlie, McGhinly, McGhunly, McGienley, McGilnay, McGimbley, McGimby, McGimlay, Gimlay, McGimley, Gimley, McGimly, McGinaly, Ginaly, McGindlay, Gindlay, McGindley, Gindley, McGindle, McGingley, Gingley, McGinlaey, MacGinlay, McGinlay, Ginlay, McGinleay, MacGinley, Ginley, MacGinly, McGinly, Ginly, McGinnally, Ginnally, McGinnaly, Ginnaly, Ginneley, McGinnell, Ginnell, MacGinnelly, McGinnelly, Ginnelly, MacGinnely, McGinnely, Ginnely, McGinnery, Ginnery, McGundle, McGuindlay, Guindlay, McGuindle, McGuindley, Guindley, McGuinlay, Guinlay, McGuinley, Guinley, McGuinnell, Gumelly, McGumlay, Gumlay, McGumley, Gumley, McGunlay, Gunlay, McGunley, Gunley, McGunly, Gunly, McGynley, McGynnillye, McKinlay, McKinley, Magenelly, Magenley, Magennelly, Maginally, Maginlay, Maginley, Maginly, Meginelly, Meginlay, Meginley, Meginly, WeginleyFor many years now, it has been felt important among those surnamed McGinley (and its varients), that an authorative history of the clan be written and recorded. While many gifted genealogists and historians have written short pieces on the clan, nothing of great length or value has been put into print, until now. This project, covering many years of research, is officially approved by the clan itself. It is indeed surprising that a surname so numerous in the north west of Ireland has not, until now, been properly documented. They say that it's the quiet ones that you should watch, and that certainly pertains to the McGinley Clan. Throughout history the McGinleys have made their mark, both in Ireland and in America, in a very quiet, laid back and unassuming way. The McGinleys have many achievements, most of which are overlooked today. The McGinley name has made a difference to the lives of many without asking for a 'pat on the back'.
OUR CLAN LEADER - Niall McGinley
Niall is a local historian and writer as well as being our clan leader. He is the son of the noted Dr. McGinley of Glenswilly and lives near Letterkenny. His books on Donegal and its local history includes the following:
1. Dr. McGinley and His Times (1985).
2. Donegal, Ireland and the First World War (1987).
3. Donegal Their Native Soil (1989).
4. Uproar in Dungloe (1993).
5. Our Town - Letterkenny and Hinterland (1993).
6. Donegal, Ireland and The Second World War (2005).
7. Donegal: Songs, Poems, Stories and Pilgrimages (2008).
Further information and prices are available from us.
