Not only kings of the ancient province of Connacht but also High Kings of Ireland, the O’Connors have stamped an indelible mark on the pages of the island's history.
• Their contribution to the national life came in the form of resistance to aggression, while many remained loyal in the face of adversity to the faith of their forefathers.
• The inspiring tale of the O’Connors and that of those who found a new life on foreign shores is recounted here.
• Name variations include: Ó Conchobhair (Gaelic), Ó Concubain (Gaelic), O’Conor, O’Conner, Conners, Conor, Connors.