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The surname Gara, commonly found in Ireland, has a long and storied history that dates back to ancient Gaelic times. The name is derived from the Gaelic O'Gadhra, meaning descendant of Gadhar, a personal name meaning dog. The O'Gara clan originally belonged to the Uí Briúin Seóla, a powerful sept of the Connachta, and were based in County Galway.
The O'Gara family were known for their strong ties to the land and were respected as chieftains in their region. They were also noted for their military prowess and played a significant role in the defense of their territory against rival clans and external threats.
The O'Garas were also well-known for their patronage of the arts and were great supporters of Irish poetry and literature. They were often mentioned in ancient Irish manuscripts and were closely associated with the famous poet Tadhg Dall Ó hUiginn.
The O'Gara clan remained prominent in Irish society for many centuries, but like many other Gaelic families, they suffered greatly during the English conquest of Ireland. As a result, many O'Garas were forced into exile or were dispossessed of their lands. Despite this, the O'Gara name has endured, and many individuals of Irish descent still proudly bear this ancient and noble surname.
I'm Bóru Gara, 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 Gara 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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