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John Donavin1753

John Donavin 1753

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Family history books says  John Donavin - landed gentry from Armagh - left Ireland for America 1797/8 around the time of the Rebellion.  Had been converted to Methodism when he heard Wesley preach - could have been about 1769 in Armagh - Donavin was 16 at the time - so guesing at birth year of abt 1753.  Making him 45 at time of emigration.  

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Date of Birth 1st Jan 1753 (circa)

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