The Flaxgrowers List was compiled in 1796. It lists about 60,000 individuals who received a grant for growing flax, one of Ireland's chief crops in the 18th and 19th centuries.
In 1796, the Board of Trustees of the Linen and Hempen Manufacturers of Ireland wanted to encourage the growth of flax and hemp seed. To do this, they awarded spinning wheels, reels or looms, in proportion to the acreage sown. As a result of this incentive, many landowners allocated part of their land to flax and hemp crops. County inspectors were appointed to receive claims from the growers and county lists were published as official documents of the Board.
The Tithe Applotment Books were compiled in the 1820's and list all those paying tithe to the established church. The information gives the name, townland of residence and parish, and is laid out on a county basis.
A complete index to all land and property holders in Ireland. This CD covers the period 1848 - 1864.