The surname Dowd, or its anglicized form O'Dowd, has an ancient history dating back to the Gaelic culture of Ireland. The name is derived from the old Gaelic name O Dubhda, which means the dark one or the black one. The O'Dowd clan originated in the Connaught region of Ireland and were a powerful and influential family in medieval times.
The O'Dowds were known for their strong leadership and warrior-like qualities, and they were often involved in conflicts with neighboring clans and with the English invaders. They held significant territories in the counties of Mayo and Sligo and were considered one of the leading families in the province of Connaught.
During the 17th century, many O'Dowds were displaced from their lands and suffered significant hardships during the period of British colonization and the Cromwellian conquest of Ireland. This led to the dispersion of the O'Dowd clan, with many members emigrating to other countries, including the United States, Canada, and Australia.
Today, the surname Dowd or O'Dowd is still prevalent in Ireland and throughout the Irish diaspora. Many people with this surname take pride in their ancient heritage and the rich history of the O'Dowd clan.
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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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