Maewyn Succat aka Saint Patrick was born to a wealthy family in AD 387 in Kilpatrick, Scotland. He became famous at a young age for his extensive missionary work in Ireland. The most well-known of Patrick's illustrations is the shamrock. Patrick used this sacred clover as a symbol of Trinity. During his 30 year carrier he reportedly converted over 135,000 people, established 30 churches and consecrated 350 bishops. Patrick passed away on March 17, 461. For over a millennium the Irish and the world have celebrated the life of Saint Patrick on March 17.