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Present in England and Wales for a considerable time before the Norman Conquest of 1066, the blood of Anglo-Saxons flows through the veins of many bearers of the Roberts name today.It is a name that features prominently in the historical record, with Sir Richard Roberts the British molecular biologist and biochemist who, along with Phillip Sharp, was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1993 for their pioneering work on gene-splitting, while in British politics Margaret Hilda Roberts was the maiden name of Margaret Thatcher, who served as Conservative Party Prime Minister from 1979 to 1990.Highlighted here are the stirring lives and times of bearers of the proud name of Roberts.

Follow the fascinating stories and stirring tales of your family from ancient medieval times down through the ages to present day. In what ways have your Family and Clan stamped their mark on the pages of history? Are you descended from a Clan that has been embroiled in Scotland’s violent religious and political upheavals? Or does your Family name have roots in England or further afield? Maybe you and your family have gained international fame and acclaim or distinction through business, science, religion, or music and stage? The vibrant lives and times of your Family and Clan for both yesteryear and today are presented here. Who Do You Think You Are? Discover the origins of your Family and Clan and their place in history with this enjoyable pocket book. This little book contains, where available, your family motto, crest and tartan (for Scottish Clan Books), in addition to the abridged history your name and of famous persons you may recognise and be related to. This makes a great gift not only for anyone belonging to the Family but also anyone interested in reading about the past ...