For centuries, Clan Irvine stood as a proud and loyal Scottish name—guardians of Drum, allies of Robert the Bruce, and stewards of Aberdeenshire’s royal forests. Their saga is one of courage, honor, and steadfast service, rooted along the wooded banks of the River Dee. From the battlemented towers of Drum Castle to the heathered slopes beyond Bennachie, this booklet welcomes you into the world of a clan forever “Sub Sole Sub Umbra Virens” — Flourishing in Sun and Shade . Inside you’ll discover — Lairds of Drum: the Irvines’ rise through battlefield loyalty to Bruce, royal charters of ancient forest, and six centuries of unbroken family stewardship. - Motto & Mindset: how Sub Sole Sub Umbra Virens inspired resilience—thriving in triumph and in trial, through plague, rebellion, and shifting crowns. - Battles & Service: a heroic stand at Harlaw, cavalry charges in continental wars, and tireless defense of crown lands from Reformation turmoil to Jacobite unrest. - Castles & Heartlands: explore Drum Castle’s medieval tower, Jacobean mansion, and arbored grounds where an ancient oak planted by Bruce still spreads its boughs. - Symbols of Pride: the holly-leaf crest, rich green-and-red tartan, and worldwide clan gatherings that keep Irvine fellowship vibrant today. Whether you bear the name, seek Highland roots, or simply relish tales of loyalty, honor, and enduring strength, this insightfully researched, vividly told booklet opens the realm of Clan Irvine —resilient, faithful, and proudly flourishing in sun and shade.