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Liverpool born poet and writer Michael Walsh traces his Liverpool roots back to 1865. This was the year his Irish great-grandmother arrived in the Second City of Empire. His parents were born at the turn of what was to become the most tumultuous century in history. Michael's father, Patrick, fought in three major conflicts before reaching his fortieth birthday. His mother, Kathleen, was a former nun turned gun-running renegade.
On leaving school at 15 years of age, Michael spent 12 weeks at the Merchant Navy School for Sailors in Sharpness, Gloucestershire. During his years at sea, he was to visit and work in over 60 countries.
The journalist and broadcaster since provided articles and columns for numerous magazines and international news media. In 2011 he was awarded Writer of the Year by the publishers of Euro Weekly News, Europe's highest-circulation newspaper of its kind. He has authored, edited and ghosted over 70 book titles.

The Irish Roots of Henry Ford: A Legacy of Innovation

1912, sentiment drew Henry Ford and his son Edsel back to his father’s humble cottage. This included its 30 acres of land in Lisselane. 

DEN BOSCH, THE NETHERLANDS – MAY, 10, 2016: Vintage white 1959 Ford Edsel classic car parked in the car park.

On arrival, Dad and lad discovered that three of Edsel’s brothers were still resident.  On the advice of a priest, the renegade three refused to sell up.

ALZHEIMER’S

. I think I just fell over, son, I really can’t be sure; Perhaps I just lay down awhile, I think it is the floor. Oh, I wish that I were younger, Less tired and bemused; Why do I, son, fall over? And why am I confused? . […]