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Clan O'Reagan News Archives
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Veterans Day to be Observed
November 1, 2005; Atlanta, Georgia
On November 11th, our Clan's Chief will attend a special
memorial service in honour of the sacrifices and service of
our nation's veterans during Veterans Day remembrances in Ft.
Lauderdale, Florida. Dr. Reagan told reporters, "With the
recent damage of the area caused by Hurricane Wilma, I am
extremely moved and honoured to participate with my fellow
veterans during this time of recovery."
Our Clan's Chief has asked that all our kinsmen remember all
United States, Allied, and Irish veterans who served their
nations with honour; and in particular those who gave the
ultimate sacrifice. In addition, let us not forget the fine
men and women who are currently serving, that they may return
safely to their homes and loved ones.
Clan Receives Prominent Recognition
October 10, 2005; Dublin, Eire
It is official... Our Clan is now a member of Clans of
Ireland. The registered charity, working in cooperation with
the Irish government to promote and assist all the officially
recognized Irish Clans notified our Clan's Chief of our
acceptance in this fine organization.
Speaking from his home near Atlanta, Dr. Reagan stated, "I am
extremely pleased that our application, which was proffered
over a year ago has met with success... and I look forward to
keeping our Clan in the mainstream of Irish cultural renewal".
Chief Calls For Day of Prayer
September 1, 2005; Atlanta, Georgia
Our Clan's Chief has called on all our family and kinsmen to
observe a day of Prayer for the intentions of the victims of
Hurricane Katrina, which devastated the Gulf Coast of the United
States this past Monday.
Dr. Reagan had asked that all our kinsmen to remember the
following intentions:
For our kinsmen and extended family, and for all those in the
affected regions, that they may be comforted in their hour of
need.
For the safety and protection of the hundreds that are working
in the rescue and recovery of those afflicted, and their
families.
For the needs of the suffering, the dying, and those whose
losses are immeasurable. That they will be comforted as quickly
as possible
That the rule of law, peace and stability will come quickly.
That those who attempt to profiteer and create anarchy will be
brought to justice.
For those that have died due to this horrific event.
These, and the intentions of our kinsmen will be remembered at a
Special Mass at St. Mary, Star of the Sea Church in Key West,
Florida next Monday. This historical parish was chosen because
of it's famous Grotto of Lourdes, which tradition holds is the
protection against hurricanes on the island.
O’Regan Takes Plate at Ballybrit
Clan Welcomed to Irish Festival
May 19, 2005; Los Angeles, CA
Our Clan will be represented at the upcoming Los Angeles County
Irish Fair & Music Festival, being held March 11-12, 2006. Many
of our Dalcaissian brethren Clans will also be in attendance.
Please be sure to mark your calendars for this great event, and
if you are in the area, be sure to stop by our Clan's tent to
meet our Clan Chief and fellow kinsmen!
Clan Adopts Traditional Irish Dress
April 12, 2005; Atlanta, Georgia
It has been decided that our Clan will adopt the solid coloured
crimson kilt, in addition to our Clan's brilliant plaid tartan. The
colour is taken from the Irish County colours where our surname is
traditionally located. In addition, the wear of either the dark
green or black caubeen is to be worn by our members, adorned with
our new Clan Badges, which will be available later this year.
Discussions concerning the colours of the feather hackle, which is
worn upon the caubeen, will be announced soon.
April 2, 2005; Atlanta, Georgia
Our Chief has named SSGT John J. Reagan, Jr. to head our Clan's
recruitment initiatives. As we continue to grow in numbers, John
will be maintaining contacts for new members of the Clan. We wish
John every success in is efforts, and look forward to many new
members.
Dalcaissian Clans to Promote Traditional Dress February 8, 2005; Atlanta, Georgia
After prolonged discussion amongst it’s Council Members, several Sept families of the Clan of the Dal gCais are actively promoting the wear of certain accoutrements of traditional Irish dress. The wear of the caubeen, display and use of a Clan’s livery colours and Banners, along with the adoption of solid coloured kilts (to accompany plaids); are a few of the distinguishing features of Irish adaptations of traditional Highland dress.
Chief Honoured February 5, 2005; Virginia Beach, Virginia
It was announced today that our Clan Chief has been admitted to the Imperial Ethiopian Order of St. Mary of Zion. Supporting efforts in education and medical care to Ethiopia’s poorest children, the Chief looks forward in assisting in the efforts of the Order. The stunning insignia of the Order will be presented to the Chief by HIH Prince Philip Makonnen Haile Selassie of Ethiopia, during investiture ceremonies in Phoenix later this month. Go maire tú do shaol úr!
New Clan Badge to be Introduced January 29, 2005; Atlanta, Georgia Following discussions within the Clan of the Dal gCais Council, the Clan will begin the design and adoption of a unique Clan badge. Most badges available today are not historically or traditionally correct, or even Irish in nature. Predominately sold to tourists while on holiday, these badges should not be confused with the badges used to identify formal Clans.
New Armorial Achievements In Design January 15, 2005; Dublin, Ireland
After consultation with the Chief Herald of Ireland’s Office during his trip to Dublin, our Clan’s Chief will make arrangements with various sources to design a suitable heraldic achievement for the Clan Ua Ríagáin exclusively. The new Blazon will incorporate traditional and modern elements of the traditional Ua Ríagáin arms, and Irish heraldic convention. The whole, reflecting our Irish Clan in the post-diaspora, mixing past and present.
Chief to
Journey to Ireland
Our Clan’s Chief and Secretary will be travelling to Ireland, the British Isles, and Northern Europe from mid-January till early February 2005. Stops include London, Edinburgh, Paris, and the Netherlands. In addition, our Clan Chief will remember the Clan Ua Ríagáin and member’s intentions during services at the Grotto of Lourdes.
The Chief will also conduct meetings promoting the Clan, availing suppliers of Clan related merchandise, and making preparations for the gathering of the Clan in Ireland in 2007. Also, the Chief will conduct research concerning “placenames” and locales of the ancient Reagan territories.
We wish both our Chief and Debby best wishes for their journey, and thank you for representing the Clan in our ancestral homeland. God speed to you both.
Clan to Publish
eNewsletter
Shortly after the return of our Chief from Ireland, the Clan Ua Ríagáin will begin publication of an electronic newsletter for the benefit of members. Proposed by our kinsmen, John J. Reagan, Jr., the newsletter will keep all members informed of events and happenings concerning the Clan.
Be sure to let our Secretary know you wish to be included on the mailing list!
Clan To Form
Ceremonial Guard
Upon the recommendations of several Clan members, our Clan Chief has authorized the formation of a ceremonial Guard of Honour for the Clan Ua Ríagáin. Comprised of Clan members, the Honour Guard will maintain the ancestral traditions of the Clan, serving at ceremonial functions and Clan events.
If you are interested in serving as a member, please contact the Clan Secretary.
Clan To Honour
Military Service
At the direction of Our Clan Chief, the Clan’s website will have a permanent listing of all kinsmen who have served in their respective nation’s armed services. Our Chief recently stated, “It is extremely important that we celebrate and remember those kinsmen that have served their countries honourably... especially those who gave their lives in support of their nation’s cause.”
Please send the name, ranks and branch of service that your loved one (or yourself) served to our Clan Secretary for inclusion on the memorial pages.
Clan Soon To Have Patron
Our Clan Chief has asked the Archbishop of Cashel and Emly for his assistance in the naming of a Patron Saint for the Clan Ua Ríagáin. In his request to Most Rev. Dermot Clifford , it was asked that due to the extensive history of the region to our family, that one of the Saints of the ancient Kingdom of Munster be selected. Naturally, it has been left to His Grace’s selection.
The Reagan Tartan is Here! September 16, 2004, Crieff, Perthshire, Scotland
We are so very pleased to announce, with the outstanding efforts and creativity demonstrated by our Clan Secretary Debby Reagan, that our design for the Reagan Tartan is in the process of being registered, woven in Scotland through the efforts of the Scottish Tartan Authority. This registered charity works closely with the Lord Lyon’s Court in matters pertaining to tartans.
Officially designated as the Ua Ríagáin Tartan (Register # 6427), all Reagan’s may display and wear it proudly as their own. In order to prevent improper commercialisation of the tartan, the Clan will possess the copyright of the design in perpetuity.
Shortly after the initial run of tartan is made, we will have various products available to all members here on the Clan’s website. We will keep all members informed of availability.
Clan’s Heraldic Artist Named
If you have seen the headline banner to the Clan’s website or the beautiful graphic of the Reagan ancient arms, then you are familiar with the brilliant work of Clyde Webb, one of the finest heraldic artists of his time.
Usually reserving to take commissions for either members of the Clergy or of the various European chivalric orders, Clyde says his renditions are for the love of the work, not for himself. His selfless time and effort in creating these one-of-a-kind master-works of the timeless traditions and conventions of heraldry, has brought him acclaim and distinction worldwide.
Clyde is also the official heraldic artist to the Royal House of Bragança and the Imperial Nguyen Royal Household. It is with distinct pleasure and pride, that our Clan Chief has named Mr. Webb as the official Heraldic Artist to the Clan Ua Ríagáin.
You may see other dazzling examples of Clyde’s work on his website HERE
Clan O’Reagan
Merchandise Now Available
The O’Brien Becomes Chief
Dal gCais Clan Council Formed
Reagan’s Worldwide to have Clan
Reunion in Ireland
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Clan Reagan is happy to be a place for our family to reach out to eachother and share information. We welcome all who would like to offically join Clan Reagan and help us reach our goals.
Read More and view the membership form here.
Reagan, Regan, Ragan, Ragon, Raogan, Riagain and the various other variations (including the O' and Mc/Mac) are welcome to join this project. The goal is to find our MANY cousins & kin that fill out the branches of the Ua Riagain family tree. Hopefully, in becoming a participant in this survey, we'll all have a valuable resource to further the family's genealogical information.
Read more here.
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