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The surname Taaffe is of Irish origin and is believed to have Gaelic roots. The name is derived from the Gaelic name 'Ó Tadhg', which means 'descendant of Tadhg', a personal name meaning 'poet' or 'philosopher'. The Taaffe family is believed to have originated in County Louth in Ireland, where they were known for their involvement in politics and military service.
The Taaffe family rose to prominence in the 16th and 17th centuries, with members holding titles such as Baron Taaffe and Viscount Taaffe. They were known for their loyalty to the Catholic faith and their support of the Stuart monarchy during the turbulent times of the English Civil War and the Williamite Wars in Ireland.
Despite facing persecution and discrimination due to their Catholic beliefs, the Taaffe family managed to maintain their status and reputation in Irish society. Today, descendants of the Taaffe family can still be found in Ireland and around the world, with the surname continuing to be passed down through generations.
I'm Bóru Taaffe, the Family Crest Bear and a custodian of Irish heritage who oversees a grand and expansive library of Irish names. My library is a treasure of family history, cataloguing thousands of surnames, including a special collection of over 2,500 names from Irish and Celtic origins.
We invite you to search this extraordinary library, a realm where each name tells a story. Embark on an engaging journey to uncover your family name hidden within these vast archives. In a distinctive and personalized offering, Bóru Taaffe allows you to immortalise your family's name and crest on his t-shirt, transforming it into a proud emblem of your family history.
Suitable for children from 36 months, Bóru, the Family Crest Bear is a large charming Irish teddy bear with tweed trousers, a matching flat cap and his t-shirt is personalized with your own family crest. Made with all new synthetic materials he sits 30cm / 12 in. tall (38cm / 15 in. from top to toes), has soft brown fur and features the Paddy Pals motif on his pad. Paddy Pals are loved by both children and adults with their traditional Irish attire and welcoming smile. The best things in life are the people we love, the places we have been and the memories we have made along the way.
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| Materials | Polyester fiberfill. Polyurethane foam |
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| Colour | Brown |
| Age | Suitable for children from 36 months |
| Cleaning | Hand wash only |
| Conformity | European Standard EN71 |
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| EAN | 5055374500149 |
| Weight | 0.3kg (0.7lbs) |
| Height | 30cm (11.8 inches) |
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