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  Clan Scott
Sir Michael Scott of Balweary, probably his direct descendant, was in 1286 sent to fetch home Margaret, "Maid of Norway", heir to the throne, after the death of her grandfather, King Alexander III.
Anne, Countess of Buccleuch, to whom the earldom and the chiefship of the clan passed after the deaths of her father, 2nd Earl, in 1651 and subsequently of her elder sister, married James, Duke of Monmouth (1649-1685), illegitimate son of King Charles II, in 1673, when they were made Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch.
Walter Scott of Harden (d.1629) was a notorious cattle-rustler, of whom it is said that when the last beast of a particular haul had been eaten, his wife would serve him a dish on which was a pair of clean spurs, indicating that the larder should be replenished.
www.highlandtraveller.com /clans/scott.html   (388 words)

  
 Border Clan Scott - History and Genealogy
By failure of the male heirs of Sir Robert Scott of Murdochstone, from whom derives the ducal house of Buccleuch, the chieftainship of all the Scotts of Scotland, devolved on Lord Polwarth, both families being descended from sons of Sir Michael Scott, who was killed in 1346.
Sir Michael Scott of Murthockstone, son of Sir Richard and the heiress of Murthockstone, was a gallant warrior, distinguishing himself at the battle of Halidon hill, 19 July 1330.
Scott instantly offered him the estate of Murdiestoun by way of excambion; when the bargain was completed, he drily observed that the Curberland cattle were as good as those of Teviotdale, and proceeded to commence a system of reprisals upon the English which was regularly pursued by his successors.
www.james.com /border_scott   (14604 words)

  
 Williamsburg Scottish Festival - Honored Clan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
The Scotts were one of the six major clans of Scotland, and were one of the most powerful families in the Borders region.
Clan Scott Society was incorporated in 1971 to promote and cultivate this spirit of kinship, fellowship, and social intercourse among its members throughout the United States and Canada.
Scott invites anyone who bears the surname Scott or one of its septs or who is connected to this illustrious name by descent or marriage, to visit the Clan Scott tent while attending the Festival, or long on at www.clanscottsociety.org.
www.wsfonline.org /honored_clan.asp   (435 words)

  
 Scott-clan-background
The original home of the Scotts, more or less at the center of the territory later acquired, was a small area around Bellenden, a high plateau near the source of the Ale Water (a river) in Roxburghshire, This plateau became a rallying-ground and the battle-cry of the clan.
Originally the Scotts were located in the borders region of Scotland in the middle and eastern Marches areas of West Teviotdale, Ewesdale, Eskdale and Liddesdale, around the towns of Hawick, Selkirk and Melrose in the district of Roxburghshire.
The Scotts were one of the 6 major riding Clans of Scotland, and "one of the most powerful families in the entire Borders, active as both reviers and officers", reaching their peak in the 16th century.
www.laidlaws.net /HTML/scottclanbackground.htm   (1319 words)

  
 Clan SCOTT   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
The Scotts were at the height of their powers from mid 15th century until the beginning of the 17th century and could produce 600 men in battle.
From the Union of the Crowns in 1603, the old clan system in the borders was doomed as frontier warfare could not be tolerated in the centre of a united realm.
Among the many prominent families of the clan are the Scotts of Harden, to which Sir Walter Scott the famous author was connected.
www.electricscotland.com /webclans/stoz/scott2.html   (355 words)

  
 Clan Scott Society Fact Sheet
Clan Scott Society has a committee of volunteer genealogists who may assist members at no cost by suggesting sources and techniques to use in your search for your family history.
The Clan Scott Society is a member of the Council of Scottish Clans and Associations (COSCA) and The Caledonian Foundation.
The Clan Scott Society is an organizational member of the National Genealogical Society and supports the NGS standards for sound genealogical research.
www.clanscottsociety.com /FactSheet.html   (817 words)

  
 Scott Clan
This magnificent Scott Clan Wall Crest, made by hand in solid cold cast bronze, is available for you and your family to enjoy today.
Scotts have fought in many of Scotland's battles through the centuries, including the Battles of Flodden Field and Pinkie Cleugh, and warred with neighbouring Clans, such as the Kerrs.
The Chief of Clan Scott is the 8th Duke of Buccleuch and 10th Duke of Queensberry, Walter Montague-Douglas-Scott, K.T., V.R.D., who resides at one of the Clan seats, the grand Dumlanrig Castle in Nithsdale.
www.scottish-heirloom.com /scott_clan/scottish_clans_history.html   (543 words)

  
 Scott Clan
The sides of the Scott Clan Lady's ring are adorned with the ancient Celtic eternity knot.
Scott Clan Lady's Crest Ring is hand numbered, registered and issued with a Scottish Heirloom Certificate of Ownership.
Please visit the main page of Scott Clan to select from full range of Scott Clan crest jewelry and rings or find more about history of the Scottish Clan Scott.
www.scottish-heirloom.com /scott_clan/scottish_clan_ring-l.html   (283 words)

  
 Clan Scott   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
The heredity of the Scotts is likely to be from Irish migrants who settled in modern day Argyll, from which there were several proginators using the name Scott.
As this dispute was settled the Scotts quarelled with the Elliots, the ensuing battles being disasterous for the Scotts as they incurred huge losses.
By the 17th century the Scotts became more settled, concentrating on sheep, cattle and crops for their living as plundering became an outmoded livelihood.
www.clanshop.co.uk /clanfocus/scott.htm   (269 words)

  
 Family Tree genealogy and Scottish clan history from AncestralScotland - Clan Scott Itinerary
Of course, one of the most illustrious members of the Scott clan, in fact one of the country's most illustrious sons, is the novelist Sir Walter Scott.
The Scott family holdings are in Roxburghshire, now part of the Borders region, and that brings within easy reach the many towns and villages associated with the clan.
No exploration of Scott's life could be complete without a trip to Abbotsford, the house he had built for himself in the early years of the 19th century.
www.ancestralscotland.com /visit/itineraries/clan_scott.html   (586 words)

  
 Commonly Asked Questions
The Scotts were one of the 6 major riding Clans of Scotland, and “one of the most powerful families in the entire Borders, active as both reivers and officers,” reaching their peak in the 16th century.
The Scott clansman's badge bears the crest and motto of the clan chief's coat of arms: a Stag Trippant, encircled in a leather strap inscribed with the chief's motto “Amo” meaning “I Love”; ironically a somewhat romantic motto for a strong feudal border clan.
This theory is supported by the history of the Scott family's dominance of the Middle March of the Borders of Scotland.
www.clanscottsociety.org /FAQ.html   (1079 words)

  
 Clan Scott of Southern California
Karl Scott is a college student and has his own car, computer, and has finished the Cisco Certified Network Associate Academy training.
Ellen Ann Scott is a senior at Edison High School and goes to N-Sync concerts.
We are a non-profit organization existing for the promotion of Scott family heritage and Scottish American culture, history, traditions, and social events.
home.socal.rr.com /cshome   (344 words)

  
 Home of the Clan Scott Society
This site provides information about the Clan Scott Society, benefits of membership, activities sponsored by the Society, the heritage of the Scott surname, general and Scott specific genealogy information, affiliate organizations, and online resources pertaining to things Scottish.
Clan Scott Society Information - all about us and how to join
While the Scott family originated in the Borders and kilts are traditional in the Highlands, we do think we have the answer to the question that has perplexed non-Scots for generations.
www.clanscottsociety.org   (246 words)

  
 Clan Scott   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
The earliest certain record of the name was of Uchtredus filius Scotti, who lived around 1130.
From him were descended the Scotts of Buccleuch and the Scotts of Balwearie.
The full text for Clan Scott is available on The Clans and Tartans of Scotland CD Rom.
www.scotclans.com /clans/scott.htm   (61 words)

  
 Family Tree genealogy and Scottish clan history from AncestralScotland - Search Results
Clan Scott claim descent from Uchtredus filius Scoti, who lived in the 12th century.
The 6th Laird exchanged Murthockstone for the remainder of Branxholm.The Scotts were among the most powerful of the Borders clans but quarreled with their neighbours, particularly the Kerrs.The 2nd Earl, Francis died in 1651 to be succeeded by his four-year -old daughter, Mary, Countess of Buccleuch.
At age eleven Mary was married to Walter Scott of Highchester, but died in 1661, aged fourteen.
www.ancestralscotland.com /clandetails.html?clan=scott.html   (363 words)

  
 Amazon.com: Books: The Secret Clan : Hidden Heiress   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Scott's heroines is that they aren't pouty, as romantic novel heroines can often be.
Scott's characterizations are richly developed and endearing, her prose so natural that it seems to as if you are witnessing the story rather than reading about it.
Indeed, Scott's seamless blending of historical detail, stunning characterizations and intervention of a magical nature, for both good and ill, all combine in a memorable tale that earns its place on the keeper shelf.
www.amazon.com /exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0446610321?v=glance   (2330 words)

  
 Scottish Book Trade Index (SBTI) - National Library of Scotland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
A branch of Scott and Ferguson of Edinburgh.
William Scott was his son, and carried on the business for the benefit of the widow, himself, and the other children.
He was the son of James Scott, and when his father died (before 22 March 1786) he carried on the business for the benefit of the widow, himself, and the other children.
www.nls.uk /catalogues/resources/sbti/sanders_sellar.html   (3451 words)

  
 Scott Clan Jewelry
These stunning Scott Clan Crest rings and jewelry will be admired by your friends and cherished by your descendants for many generations to come.
Each Scott's Clan gold item is hand numbered, registered and issued with a Scottish Heirloom Certificate of Ownership.
The complete Scott Clan tiebar, including the strong crocodile clip, is made from gold or solid sterling silver.
www.scottish-heirloom.com /scott_clan   (484 words)

  
 ScotClans - Clan Scott - Clan History
In common with most Borders families, the Scotts quarrelled regularly with their neighbours and would gather for battle at Bellendean, near the head of the Borthwick Water in Roxburghshire.
The importance of the Scott clan is shown in the splendid marriage of Anne Scott to James, Duke of Monmouth (the illegitimate son of King Charles II) and in the fact that he adopted the name Scott when the marriage was agreed.
The Scott family is known today for the internationally acclaimed Buccleuch art collection housed in the three great houses of the family.
www.scotclans.com /clans/Scott/history.html   (427 words)

  
 SCOTT LINKS & RESOURCES
SCOTT-L@rootsweb.com is a mailing list sponsored by the Clan Scott Society for the discussion and sharing of information regarding the SCOTT surname in any place and at any time.
Clan Scott has volunteer genealogists, two of whom publish independent genealogical quarterlies.
The Scott Family webring is a ring of interlinked websites that have at least one Scott surname and are genealogy based.
www.tbgen.com /scott/sc09.html   (397 words)

  
 Scott Clan
Celebrate your Scott Clan heritage with this finely sculptured solid gold or sterling silver pendant, featuring your Scott Clan Crest.
This results in Scott Clan Jewelry of quite outstanding appearance and exquisite beauty.
Every Scott Clan Gold Pendant is hand numbered, registered and issued with a Scottish Heirloom Certificate of Ownership.
www.scottish-heirloom.com /scott_clan/scottish_clan_ring-p.html   (250 words)

  
 Some Commonly Asked Questions About The Clan Scott Society
The Clan Scott Society also sponsors email inquiry distribution lists for the surnames Scott, Laidlaw, Langlands, Hardin, Buckalew, and Balwearie through the RootsWeb Genealogical Data Cooperative.
Clan Scott also offers special Scott related merchandise, the small profit there from helps to support clan activities.
Our Clan Storekeeper may be reached at: Clan Scott Society Store, 475 Pinelog Church Road, Brasstown, NC 28902.
members.tcq.net /scotts/clanscott/faq.html   (955 words)

  
 Scottish Clan and Family Associations   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Clan Societies are organizations that are associated with a specific clan.
Note: Membership in a clan society does not mean that you are a member of the clan itself.
This is a list of family name organizations that aren't recognized as being a clan or don't identify themselves as being a clan but are Scottish families.
clan-maccallum-malcolm.3acres.org /ScotClanFamily.html   (461 words)

  
 Clan Scott :: Tannline Central ::   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Crest Badge: Stag Tripant, encircled by a belt and buckle.
Clan Scott Society: Established in 1978 and incorporated in Pennsylvania.
Clan Newsletter: The Stag and Thistle, published quarterly.
www.tannline.com /modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=12&mode=thread&order=0&thold=0&POSTNUKESID=5c520b9522b9b0823b403e9a31654e7f   (138 words)

  
 MyClan.com : Clan Scott : Clan History   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
By the end of the fifteenth century, the Scotts were among the most powerful of the Borders clans, and the chief could easily call upon a thousand spears to enforce his will.
In common with most Borders families, the Scotts quarrelled with their neighbours, and in particular with the Kerrs of Cessford.
She was married at the age of eleven to Walter Scott of Highchester by special sanction of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, but died in March 1661, aged only fourteen years.
www.myclan.com /clans/Scott_123/default.php   (948 words)

  
 The Scott Guestbook   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Jessika Scott Willis from Scotland, Dumfries or Clyde.
Vivien (Guggenmos) (Scott) Peterson from Keystone, Nebraska, U.S.A..
JEFF SCOTT of the gallon etra SCOTT'S CLAN CO CAVAN from ULSTER NORTHERN IRELAND..
members.aol.com /sscott7295/gbook.htm   (5414 words)

  
 Clann Scott
The name Scott has several meanings...of course the most obvious is the one denoting that the person is from Scotland.
The motto of Clan Scott is "Amo" which is Latin for "I Love" Kind of an ironic name for a reiving family.
Bellendaine was a hill in the heart of Clan Scott's holdings where the Scott's would gather before battle.
www.geocities.com /Athens/Acropolis/4933/clanscott.html   (608 words)

  
 The Clan Scott :: Gathering of the Clans - Devoted To All Things Scottish :: Gathering of the Clans - Devoted To All ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
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Branches: Scott of Balweary, from which Scott of Ancrum; Scott of Buccleuch, from which Scott of Synton, from which Scott of Harden, from which Scott of Polwarth
www.tartans.com /modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=302   (595 words)

  
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A cause des alliances avec la France et peut-être aussi des rois d'Ecosse venus de ce pays, près d'une quinzaine de clans ont une devise en français, les autres sont en latin et en anglais.
Le clan Scott, qui vivait dans les Borders, au sud de l'Ecosse près de la frontière Anglaise, était craint par ses ennemis jurés; les clans
Lorsque les Scott attaquaient ou se rassemblaient, ils utilisaient quelques cris de guerre ou de ralliement.
www.chez.com /oratio/InsigneCris.htm   (321 words)

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