Notable People
Valentia was considered home to Mug Ruith, a powerful blind druid in Irish mythology.
The O'Sullivans, headed by the O'Sullivan Beare, owned much of Valentia until the 17thC.
Valentia is the home of former Gaelic footballer, Mick O'Connell and the birthplace of John J "Scéilig" O'Kelly, leader of Sinn Féin from 1926.
Gaelic footballer Ger O'Driscoll was born on Valentia Island.
The American solo rock climber Michael Reardon died on 13 July 2007 at the Fogher cliffs of Valentia Island when he was swept out to sea following a successful climb.
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