The organisers of Arisaig's Highland games are hoping to create a new genealogical database for emigrants from West Lochaber who sailed aboard vessels such as the Hector, Lovely Nelly and Dove.
A meeting will be held in Astley Hall, Arisaig, on 23rd November to discuss the project. If successful the database will be ready in time for An Tilleadh 2014 - Taobh an lar Lochabair (West Lochaber's Homecoming event).
For more see www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-15204727
(With thanks to Kirtsty Wilkinson, @genealogygirl on Twitter)
Chris
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