When not on the battlefield in defence of their ancient rights and privileges, the Dorans performed the highly honoured and important function of acting as hereditary lawmakers and judges.
• Their colourful history is inextricably bound to that of Ireland itself, while bearers of the name have achieved distinction through a rich variety of endeavours and pursuits.
• In the world of music Chris Doran is the Irish pop star who represented his native Republic of Ireland at the 2004 Eurovision Song Contest in Istanbul, Turkey.
