Lang Syne Irish Family Clan Information History Fact Book - Rooney

With origins that stretch back through to a time before recorded history, the ancient roots of the Rooneys of today are shrouded in colourful myth and legend.

But when myth and legend give way to historical fact, it is revealed how this clan were at the forefront of the struggle by the native Irish to preserve their rights and privileges – often at great cost to themselves.

In contemporary times, bearers of the name have excelled in a diverse range of pursuits. Regarded as of the most gifted footballers of his generation, Wayne Rooney is the English striker born in 1985 in the Croxteth district of Liverpool.

Signing to Manchester United from Everton in 2004 in a £31m deal, at the time of writing he still plays for the club, while he has also been a member of the England national team since 2003.

Read here the stirring tale of the Rooneys.

Book Dimensions 10 × 0.4 × 14.5 cm