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  Appin - LoveToKnow 1911   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
APPIN, a coast district of Argyllshire, Scotland, bounded W. by Loch Linnhe, S. by Loch Creran, E. by the districts of Benderloch and Lorne, and N. by Loch Leven.
Ballachulish, Duror, Portnacroish, Appin and Port Appin are the principal villages.
Appin was the country of a branch of the Stewarts.
www.1911encyclopedia.org /Appin   (233 words)

  
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Donald became Tutor of Appin, won fame as a mighty warrior and led the clan at the battle of Pinkie in 1547.
The Appin Regiment was in the front of the early morning attack at Prestonpans.
When Stewart of Appin was murdered in Duart in 1518 it was a young MacLaren who intercepted MacLean, the killer, beneath the walls of Stirling Castle where he went to seek the King's pardon, and stabbed him to death.
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 Appin
Appin (settlement 1810) is the oldest town in the Wollondilly, and one of the first villages in NSW.
Appin's fortunes received a boost at the end of the 19th century with the building of the Cataract Dam: a large influx of workers and their families increased the population of the town (there were even two extra schools for a while).
Appin is still sufficiently 'in the country' to retain its rural charm, and the presence nearby of thousands of hectares of national parklands, bushwalking trails, and the Cataract Dam make it a worthwhile stopover for the traveller.
www.stonequarry.com.au /towns/appin.html   (860 words)

  
 Walkabout - Appin
Appin was named in 1811 by Governor Macquarie after a small coastal village in Argyleshire in Scotland where his wife was born.
About 8 km north of Appin, on Appin Rd, is a stone monument erected in 1924 to mark the centenary of the 1824 Hume and Hovell expedition to Port Phillip, which departed from a point nearby.
Appin's Highland Gathering and Pioneer Festival is held each November at the sports ground on Sportsground Parade and the Appin Village Fair is held in the grounds of the primary school on the second Sunday of each month.
www.walkabout.com.au /locations/NSWAppin.shtml   (1808 words)

  
 Appin (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.tamu.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Appin Mine was established in 1962 and is the oldest of Illawarra Coal’s operating mines.
It is situated immediately south of the township of Appin, 37 kilometres from Wollongong.
In this process, methane gas is extracted ahead of mining, and during coal extraction by drilling holes in the coal seam and exhausting the gas to the surface.
illawarracoal.bhpbilliton.com.cob-web.org:8888 /repository/operationsProjects/appin.asp   (308 words)

  
 Wangaratta - Appin Park Primary School   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Appin Park Primary School is located on the north-west boundary of the Rural City of Wangaratta, situated 240 km to the North East of Melbourne.
As we move into the 21st century Appin park is reaching out beyond the traditional classroom to embrace new technologies and ensure our children are equipped to learn the language of tomorrow.
Appin Park has a history of a strong commitment to the development and implementation of the latest in Learning Technology equipment and applications.
wangaratta.netc.coop /folder.2004-10-05.1344204952/document.2004-09-13.4791838658   (752 words)

  
 Clan Stewart of Appin - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Stewarts of Appin were traditional allies of the MacLarens of Balquhidder, the Camerons of Lochiel and the MacDonalds (or MacIans) of Glencoe.
Appin was the site of the infamous Appin Murder of 1752, when Colin Campbell of Glenure - a factor of the Stewart lands in Appin - was shot by an anonymous gunman while riding along the shore of Loch Leven at Ballachulish.
The current chief of the Stewarts of Appin is Andrew Francis Stewart of Lorn, Appin and Ardsheal (born July 9, 1949), who is the 17th Chief of Appin and the 12th Cadet of Ardsheal.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Clan_Stewart_of_Appin   (661 words)

  
 The Stewart Family - History: Major Clans - Stewarts of Appin (Lorne)
The Stewarts of Appin were a West Highland clan descended from a son of Sir John Stewart of Lorne, who descended from Sir John Stewart of Bonkyl (meaning 'the church at the foot of the hill'), son of Alexander, fourth High Steward of Scotland.
In retaliation, the chief of Appin was outlawed and his lands forfeited to the Crown, lands which were returned at the Restoration.
Dugald, the ninth Chief of Appin, sold the Appin estates in 1765 and, on his death, was succeeded by his cousin, Duncan, who regained his confiscated paternal lands in Ardshiel.
www.tc.umn.edu /~stew0137/family_history/history/clan_appin.htm   (759 words)

  
 Ampac Seed Company | Appin Forage Turnips
Appin forage turnip was bred for fast, vigorous establishment and quick maturity (60-100 days).
Appin has a significantly higher proportion of leaf yield compared to other turnips, and is multi-crowned for improved re-growth potential.
Appin can be used to supplement or extend the grazing season when cool season pastures tend to slow down.
www.ampacseed.com /appin.htm   (318 words)

  
 Stewarts of Appin   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The regiment was led, not by the Young Chief of Appin, but by his uncle, Charles Stewart of Ardsheal, a noted swordsman and an active Jacobite leader for some years before the rising.
Thirteen MacKenzies from the Strath of Appin fought in this regiment.
The Appin Banner is made of blue silk with a yellow saltire and was carried at Culloden by Dugald Stewart, one of the Ardsheal family.
www.alanwills.co.uk /regiments_appin.html   (410 words)

  
 The Appin Stewarts
The Appin Stewarts, the West Highland branch of the royal surname Stewart, descend from Sir James Stewart of Perston, 4th son of Sir John Stewart of Bonkyl, second son of Alexander, the 4th High Steward of Scotland.
The battle solidified Dugald's claim to Appin and the surrounding area which was formally granted to him by King James III on the 14th of April 1470.
The major branches or "tacks" of Appin stem from the sons of Alan Stewart, 3rd of Appin.
www.electricscotland.com /webclans/stoz/appin_stewarts.htm   (1861 words)

  
 Historical perspective for Appin   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
This parish, forming part of Lismore and-Appin civil parish, is in the presbytery of Lorn and synod of Argyll, the stipend being £150, with manse and glebe.
Appin abounds in legends of Caledonian times; possesses some interesting mediæval antiquities; and was the country of the Stewarts, or Stuarts, long famed as ` the unconquered foes of the Campbell, ' but ultimately overmastered.
The noble Clan Stuart, the bravest of all.
www.geo.ed.ac.uk:81 /scotgaz/towns/townhistory3677.html   (646 words)

  
 Appin and Port Appin, Scotland
Appin is an area in the south-west of Lochaber but is part of the region of Argyll.
Port Appin is a beautiful spot with a short ferry over to the Isle of Lismore - a pastoral peaceful island.
Appin is on the way to Oban which provides a pleasant scenic coastal route into north Argyll.
www.lochaber.com /appin/index.htm   (146 words)

  
 Appin House - Wedding and Reception Centre
Situated in the Historic township of Appin and nearby headwaters of the Georges River is Appin House.
Appin House is a stand alone venue (your function, your venue) situated on 2½ acres built in sandstone and iron roof style with large open veranda’s and areas.
Appin House is fully licensed for functions and will comfortably cater for up to 200 people with on site parking for 65 cars.
www.appinhouse.com.au   (162 words)

  
 Fishing around Appin
Half way along Appin Lodge Bay, near a marina (where boats are hireable- but personally don't recommend) there is a rocky outcrop, deeper water and mussels in abundance.
Pass Appin Lodge on the A828 after the left & right hand "S" Bends, up the hill to the Castle viewpoint and then after descending the hill, traverse yet another left hand (90 degree) bend.
It is not widely stocked with Sea Fishing Gear, in fact neither is the other one found at the other end of town, but the female member of staff is very friendly and really helpful in asking about locations to fish and I recommend a visit.
homepages.ed.ac.uk /evah01/venues/appin.htm   (894 words)

  
 The Appin Papers - FAQ
Appin Regiment endeavours to accurately portray the Stewarts of Appin, a group of Scottish Highlanders, in the period of 1745-1746.
Appin Regiment is committed to education through maintaining as high a standard of authenticity as possible.
The Appin Regiment is primarily based in the Northern Virginia / DC area.
www.appins.org /faq.htm   (463 words)

  
 Appinonline.com - Leaders in IT Security Education & Training,Software Education India,Technology Training ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Appin Knowledge Solutions is an affiliate of Appin Group of Companies based in Austin, Texas (US).
Appin is known worldwide for Hi-Technology Certification Programmes with their flagship course in Information Security and Ethical Hacking.
Appin has come up with the way of innovative learning concept using Computer Based Training Software (CBTS) in a highly interactive environment.
www.appinonline.com.cob-web.org:8888   (320 words)

  
 Castle Stalker View, Appin, Argyll, Scotland. (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.tamu.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The name Appin derives from the Gaelic "Apuin" meaning Abbeylands of the Lismore Abbey founded by St Moluag who brought Christianity from Ireland around 563 A.D. Appin is a relatively large area which stretches around 10 miles from Glen Creran to Duror.
Located 95 miles from Glasgow, Appin is situated half-way between Oban and Fort William on the west coast.
Port Appin is also the departure point for the historic island of Lismore.
www.castlestalkerview.co.uk.cob-web.org:8888 /appin.html   (124 words)

  
 APPIN ROADS
Folk in Appin were well pleased and awaited the erection of speed limit signs with enthusiasm not least the local lady who pushes her invalid husband along that road in a wheel chair whiles dodging the timber lorries and tour buses - all travelling at high speed.
The BEAR spokeperson, however, was quite upbeat and said that an engineer would be on his way to Appin very soon to inspect the speed limit signs and to take the fl plastic covers off to reveal them in their full glory.
In the meantime I'd be glad if residents in Appin Ontario and Appin New South Wales would take a look out of their windows and email me if some strange British 40mph speed limit signs have appeared in their neighbourhood.
www.tartanhen.co.uk /appin/bear.htm   (1171 words)

  
 Port Appin Feature Page on Undiscovered Scotland
By 1850, Port Appin was being visited by steamers en route from Inverness to Glasgow via the Caledonian and Crinan Canals.
Port Appin is also the terminus of a private ferry that runs across Loch Linnhe to Glensanda on the Morvern coast.
Castle Stalker was built in about 1495 by Duncan Stewart of Appin who was granted lands in the area by James IV for his support in destroying the power of the Lords of the Isles (see our Historical Timeline).
www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk /appin/portappin   (584 words)

  
 Private Manor in Scotland, Aberfeldy, Pertshire, Highlands of Scotland, Appin House
Appin House is a private house, catering for house parties up to twelve persons.
Appin House is a very special place, with a wonderful atmosphere.
We have at Appin House every facility our guests could want to enable them to have a holiday to remember, together with a staff who have lived here all their lives, and have all the local knowledge, to enable guests to get the best of Scotland.
www.appinhouse.net   (396 words)

  
 Appin House, Accommodation In Dull, Aberfeldy, Perthshire Highlands of Scotland
Appin House, Accommodation In Dull, Aberfeldy, Perthshire Highlands of Scotland
Because he was revered as one of the greatest men of his era, upon Adamnan's death, a monastery was built in his honor in Glen Lyon.
Dull, which spans a length of 30 miles and a width of 12, is divided into five districts: Appin, Grandtully, Amulrie, Foss, and Fincastle.
www.appinhouse.net /history   (238 words)

  
 Appin
This historic town named after the village of Appin in Scotland, dates back to 1811 and was the fifth village in the colony.
Appin offers the visitor a chance to view several early building including the Appin public school, the first school built under Henry Parkes' Public Schools Act.
The rugged beatury of Wollondilly is a feature of the drive between Appin and Douglas Park, through Broughtons Pass and crossing the Cataract River.
www.about-australia.com /new-south-wales/sydney/destinations/appin   (154 words)

  
 Online Training Courses - Advantage
Appin's Distance Learning Programs & E-Learning Solutions are directed towards individuals and organizations that are unable to benefit from our live training workshops due to time or location constraints.
The process is an integral step towards Appin's vision of "Bridging the gap between industry and academia".
Appin group of companies, which includes Appin-XIRS Software Solutions, Appin Corporate Solutions, Appin Empowerment Solutions and Appin Knowledge Solutions, recruits from students and professionals trained by Appin.
www.appinlabs.com /advantage.php   (652 words)

  
 APPIN LAND OF THE STEWART KINGS
Then, as now, the East of Scotland was the seat of government and Appin was a playground.
There was uproar in Appin with the revolt of Bonnie Prince Charlie - Charles Edward Stewart - the whole clan turned out for him at Culloden Field in 1745, and the repercussions were awful.
The leaders of the Appin Stewarts and the Lochaber Camerons fled to Paris.
www.bayviewkentallen.co.uk /appin.html   (602 words)

  
 Appin Murder
On 8th November, of the same year- a day which was so stormy and wild that many felt the elements were protesting against the deed-he was hanged at Cnap Chaolis Mhic Pharuig, near the slip at Ballachulish Ferrv.
There seems no doubt that, in the words of Andrew Lang, "James Stewart, to speak plain words, was judicially murdered." The political necessities of the times and the clan hatred of the Campbells against the Stewarts of Appin rigged a trial, packed the jury, and murdered an innocent man.
At the time of the murder of Colin Campbell he was in Appin, drinking and bragging a great deal, and threatening all kinds of mischief.
www.clanlivingstone.com /AppinMurder.htm   (1309 words)

  
 The Airds Hotel, Port Appin, Argyll, Scotland - gourmet restaurant and hotel
The nearest location to moor a yacht is at the Port Appin pier although this is subject to availability and would require a tender.
From here it is a 10 minute walk to The Airds or we may be able to collect you by car.
Taxis or car hire can be arranged to meet you at the marina and the drive to us takes about 25 minutes.
www.airds-hotel.com /map.htm   (281 words)

  
 Appin
The first volunteer unit at Appin was formed by Western Area Fire Brigade some 50 years ago.
EVER since Appins volunteer fire service was established 50 years ago in an old wooden hut, it has been very much a family affair.
Appin’s new £301,0000 volunteer fire station was officially opened on Friday night, while the nearby isle of Lismore saw its £380,000 new station opened on Saturday.
www.btinternet.com /~graeme.kirkwood/SFB/F55.htm   (608 words)

  
 Appin Road - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Appin Road is the southern half of the State Route 69.
Appin Road is a New South Wales secondary highway linking Campbelltown and the Sydney's western suburbs with Wollongong.
It gets its name from Appin, which lies on its path and is the southern half of the State Route 69.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Appin_Road   (142 words)

  
 IT Security Courses - Information Security, Ethical Hacking   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
AppinLabs is a subsidiary of Appin Group of companies based in Austin Texas, US.
Appin pioneer product in IT Security and Ethical Hacking is recommended by the International Association of Distance Learning for IT Security Training all across the globe.
Appin’s Information Security product has already been awarded by IT Professionals and companies across the world.
www.appinlabs.com   (443 words)

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