Hello... im completely new to this geneology stuff.. I was actually searching the net for a celtic rendition of the symbol for the Isle of Mann when I came across this site.

I am one of the descendents of the Cannons from the Isle of Mann... interestingly enough I also own a professional motorcycle road racing team and have long since dreamed of coming to the Manx TT but nontheless...

I do have a question about my family name. I have heard that Cannon was originally O'Cannon... does anyone know if this is true? I do have the book "Cannon Family Historic Treasury" but nothing is said in regards to this issue.

If it is of interest to anyone, I am from the Angus M. side of the family, and incidentely, the great great grand daughter of the legendary Marth Hughes Cannon.

Sincerey,

Katherine Cannon
Cannon Racing
www.cannon-racing.com