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Grok3 AI: Wicklow Gold Mines: Michael Comyn KC and Ben Briscoe (earlier WordPress posting included)
Wicklow Gold Mines Michael Comyn KC and Ben Briscoe Michael Comyn, K.C., and Robert “Ben” Briscoe, T.D., were granted a prospecting lease for gold mining in County Wicklow, Ireland, on November 1, 1934, covering three townlands near Woodenbridge. This lease … Continue reading
Grok3 AI: JJ to me and one of my earliest memories.
Sir James Comyn Sir James Peter Comyn (1921–1997) was an Irish-born barrister and English High Court judge, widely regarded as one of the finest advocates of his time. Born in Stillorgan, County Dublin, to a prominent Nationalist legal family, he … Continue reading
Anne Frank museum: Hitler’s antisemitism. Why did he hate the Jews?
Hitler’s antisemitism. Why did he hate the Jews? Antisemitism played a major role in Adolf Hitler’s thinking and in the Nazi ideology. Read here what inspired Hitler’s hatred of Jews and what life events played a role in its development. … Continue reading
Grok3 AI: James Comyn SC, brother of Michael Comyn KC. Updated 5th May 2025
See new posts James Comyn SC brother of Michael Comyn KC 1 post 15 web pages There is no definitive evidence that James Comyn, Senior Counsel (SC), was the brother of Michael Comyn, King’s Counsel (KC). However, available information suggests … Continue reading
Grok3 AI: Citizen journalism article Royal City of Dublin hospital, Upper Baggot Street, Dublin 4. Can you identify and create a report
3 posts 15 web pages Below is a citizen journalism-style article about the Royal City of Dublin Hospital on Upper Baggot Street, Dublin 4, based on available information and adopting a community-focused, investigative tone typical of citizen journalism. The article … Continue reading
Grok3 AI: Urban abandonments and dereliction citizen journalism, can you find this and make a report
1 post 15 web pages Citizen Journalism Report: Urban Abandonments and Dereliction Urban abandonment and dereliction—the decay of buildings, vacant lots, and neglected infrastructure—represent a growing issue in cities worldwide. These neglected spaces harm community well-being, lower property values, and … Continue reading
Grok3 AI: Citizen Journalism Article: Michael Comyn KC and the Clifford and O’Sullivan Case – A Landmark in Constitutional Law
In the turbulent years of Ireland’s fight for independence, one legal case stood out not only for its daring ingenuity but also for its profound impact on constitutional law: the Clifford and O’Sullivan case of 1921. At the heart of … Continue reading
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Grok3 AI: How did Michael and James Comyn have access to 100 acres at Clareville. Incorrect. This refers to the many Comyns in Limerick, (Clareville too). Many were Lord Mayors, Sheriffs, Bailiffs. There seems to be no family connections.
How did Michael and James Comyn have access to 100 acres at Clareville? Weir writes that this house was built by a member of the Joynt family, one of whom was agent to the White estate in the early 19th … Continue reading
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Grok3 AI: James Comyn, father of Michael Comyn KC and James Comyn married to Ellenora Quin, Kilfenora, Co. Clare. Other children who had no children, Patrick, Delia, Lily, Katie and Johanna Frances. Going further to follow antecedents. This project is current
The Land League, formally known as the Irish National Land League, was established in 1879 to address the grievances of Irish tenant farmers against oppressive landlordism. In Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare, the local branch was part of this broader movement, which … Continue reading
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Grok3 AI: James Comyn SC, brother of Michael Comyn and Father of Sir James Comyn … Clareville, Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare. Trying to establish antecedents.
James Comyn SC (Senior Counsel) was indeed the brother of Michael Comyn KC (King’s Counsel). Both were prominent Irish barristers from County Clare, known for their nationalist leanings and legal work in the early 20th century. They were born to … Continue reading
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