2021 Wallace Clare Award

The Council of the Irish Genealogical Research Society has announced that the 2021 recipient of the Wallace Clare Award is Julian C.walton, MA, FIGRS

Julian Walton is widely regarded as one of the most knowledgeable genealogists in Ireland, particularly in relation to the more esoteric early modern sources. The Irish Genealogical Research Society (IGRS) expressed their pleasure at having been fortunate to have had him as a member for over half a century, and indeed much of Julian’s work in Irish genealogy was done through his membership of the IGRS.

Julian joined the IGRS in 1969 and immediately became involved in voluntary work. From 1970 to 2003 he served on the editorial committee of the Irish Genealogist, the Society’s annual journal, and he was Honorary Editor in 1988-89.

Steven Smyrl, Chairman of the Council of the IGRS, announcing the Wallace Clare Award recipient for 2021, said: ‘Julian is thoroughly deserving of this year’s award. His dedication to the pursuit and promotion of Irish genealogy over many years has had a very significant impact on the development of Irish ancestral research. The IGRS has benefitted greatly from his membership.’