A clan with roots deeply embedded in the soil of the ancient northern province of Ulster, the Maguires held sway for centuries in what is now present day County Fermanagh.
• Defence of their freedom and independence came at bitter and bloody cost, but ensured them a place in the proud annals of Ireland's turbulent history.
• Name variations include: Mac Uidhir (Gaelic), Mag Uidhir (Gaelic), MacGuire, McGuire, McGwire, Guire, Guirey, Guiry.