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	List of Scots - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		List of Scots is an incomplete list of notable people from Scotland.
		This list is incomplete; you can help by expanding it.
		John McDouall Stuart, (1815–1866), most famous of all Australia's inland explorers, led the first expedition to successfully traverse the continent from south to north
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/List_of_Scots (1139 words)

	Famous Scots
		James I (1394-1437) King of Scots, son of Robert III, In 1428, he cemented the "Auld Alliance" with France, sending large numbers of Scots to fight for Charles VII and Joan of Arc against the English.
		Knox, John (c1513 - 1572) "The Thundering Scot" - Scottish Reformer and founder of Presbyterianism in Scotland, Historians report that Queen Mary once said, "I fear the prayers of John Knox more than all the assembled armies of Europe." The Roman Catholic queen spoke wisely, for Knox would prove to be instrumental in her downfall.
		Scot, Michael (1175 - 1235) Scottish scholar and mathematician whose translations of Aristotle from Arabic and Hebrew into Latin are a landmark in the reception of that philosopher in Western Europe.
	www.gulftel.com /ryoung/scot.htm (8284 words)

	Famous Scots - Scottish Culture
		President Woodrow Wilson said, "Every line of strength in American history is a line colored with Scottish blood." And because of that, here is a list of famous Scots who have made the United States, and the rest of the world, a better place.
		Almost 1/2 of the Secretaries of U.S. Treasury and 1/3 of the Secretaries of State were Scots.
		Famous Quote: If all else fails, I will retreat up the valley of Virginia, plant my flag on the Blue Ridge, rally around the Scotch-Irish of that region, and make my last stand for liberty amongst a people who will never submit to British tyranny whilst there is a man left to draw a trigger.
	www.bellaonline.com /articles/art3834.asp (441 words)

	Brewer, E. Cobham. Dictionary of Phrase & Fable. Horse.
		The palfrey of Mary Queen of Scots, given her by her brother Moray, and named after Agnes of Dunbar, a countess in her own right.
		The famous mare ridden by the highwayman Dick Turpin, which, tradition says, carried him from London to York.
		Its sire was Malech, and, according to tradition, when the race of Malech failed, the race of Warwick would fail also.
	www.bartleby.com /81/8490.html (1420 words)

	Biographies of Famous Scots
		There are famous Scots scientists -- think of Alexander Fleming, discoverer of penicillin, or Joseph Lister, pioneer in germ warfare.
		Famous Scots have explored the world, noting its natural wonders (John Muir and David Douglas, namer of the Douglas Fir) and bringing their deeply held religious beliefs to people everywhere.
		Along with their acknowledged gift for music, Scots excel at all the fine arts and have produced some famous actors such as Sean Connery, David Niven, and Ewan McGregor, not to mention world-famous art nouveau artist and designer, Charles Rennie Mackintosh.
	www.heartoscotland.com /Categories/FamousScots.htm (898 words)

	Famous Scots
		There is a long list of biographies at the Edinburgh District Council list of Famous Edinburghers
		The U.S. "Online Famous Scots" page has a long list of famous Scots, with brief notes on each.
		Shankly was also famous for other classic quotes and random samples are displayed on the home page - it is worth going back to see such gems as "The trouble with referees is that they know the rules but they don't know the game"
	www.visitscotland.freeservers.com /famous.html (758 words)

	Top Scots
		The results of the poll led to claims last night that Scots are obsessed with "a culture of tartan, sprigs of heather and Scottie dogs".
		They were given a list of 12 famous Scots - all dead - and asked who deserved the title Greatest Ever Scot.
		THE son of a poor farmer, born in Alloway, near Ayr, in 1759, Burns was nevertheless given a literary education and went on to produce a prolific amount of poetry, chiefly in the Scots dialect.
	www.rosslyntemplars.org.uk /top_scots.htm (2214 words)

	Scottish Blog - October 2005
		Amongst Famous Scots in both the acting world and other areas of talent, Sir Thomas Sean Connery (born Thomas Connery) is an outstanding and well known figure.
		A man of such honor and caliber is a true asset to have upon the list of Famous Scots, and his Scottish spirit can be easily seen today and throughout his life.
		There has been a vast array of Famous Scott painters throughout history, and there is no sign of this trend changing in the future.
	www.scottish-heirloom.com /scottish-blog/index.php/2005/10 (4500 words)

	Famous Scots from Rampant Scotland Directory
		Of course, some of the Scots listed below are only famous in Scotland but equally you will be surprised by some of the people who have given their names to inventions, parts of the world - and made a contribution to many countries around the globe.
		There is also a separate section on Scots Women in History and Scots Pioneers in Medicine plus Scotland's prominent individuals of today.
		was one of the most famous sons of Forres, on the Moray coast, is Donald Alexander Smith - later to become Lord Strathcona and Mount Royal - one of the pioneers of the Canadian Pacific Railway.
	www.rampantscotland.com /famousscots.htm (3878 words)

	Famous Scots, Scottish History, Scotland - UK History.
		Famous Scots, Scottish History, Scotland - UK History.
		This is in no way a definitive list of Famous Scots, and I hope to add to it as time goes on with a few extra features built in.
		It is amazing that a small country such as Scotland has had so much to offer in the way of talent in, Medical Researcher, Inventors, Authors, Actors, and Adventurers and I hope this gives you a flavour for some of them.
	www.scotshistoryonline.co.uk /famscots.html (1104 words)

	Famous people with Scotch Irish blood.
		Sydney's long list of credits include a co-starring role in the syndicated television series, "The New Gidget" and roles in the movies, Pale Rider (1985), with Clint Eastwood; Running Away, with Sophia Loren, and the French film, "Bernadette." "Beverly Hills, 90210, Pawn, The Enchanted, Smoke Screens Sunset Beach, Hearts Adrift.
		He was descended from James mcCormick, one of the signers of the address of the city and garrison of Londonderry presented to William III, after the siege of 1689.
		Her most famous film was Stella Dallas (1937), and although she was nominated as best actress four times, she never won.
	www.scotchirish.net /famous.php4 (4322 words)

	Siol nan Gaidheal - Famous American Scots (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Now that we have mentioned a few famous Scots, it is natural that equal emphasis be placed on the contribution made by famous Scottish Americans.
		Jefferson Davis....Provisional President of the CSA, of Scots descent.
		We have not touched upon sportsmen or women, film stars etc., etc. If we did, the list would be endless, so suffice to say that these lists prove the very special relationship that exists between America and Scotland.
	www.siol-nan-gaidheal.com /famams.htm (567 words)

	Famous
		His most famous piece of work was Helen and Desire, which tracks the life of the lead as she uses her alluring charms to get her through life.
		Philip Tartaglia: New bishop of Paisley, Philip was previously the Rector of the Pontifical Scots College in Rome.
		On this theme of Scots who have settled in Italy, the name Donizetti is reputed to be descended from the Scottish "Izett".
	www.scotsitalian.com /famous.htm (6895 words)

	Famous Masons A-L
		Listings of those who are (or were during their lifetime) Masons serves to remind us of the many notables who have - of their own free will - chosen to associate with this noble institution.
		When preparing this list, I was asked, "How does somebody know if a person is a Mason or not?".
		Knoxville, Tennessee and the famous "Fort Knox" were named in his honor.
	www.masonicinfo.com /famous1.htm (7615 words)

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		Italians, like the Scots in many respects, have been renowned for migrating to all corners of the earth.
		Neither was he a Scot with a funny name, nor a poor relation to the locals he met when on holiday in Italy.
		Part of a group with a history that spans three centuries and whose members have had an influence in business, sport and the arts that is out of proportion to their modest numbers.
	www.scotsitalian.com (1096 words)

	Scotland: Famous People (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Scotland has given rise to many more famous people, notable in the arts, literature, the sciences and as inventors, philosophers, architects and so on than would be expected for a country of such modest size and population.
		A much fuller list is included as part of the Gazetteer for Scotland database.
		She later emigrated to North Carolina and was active recruiting Scots to fight for the British in the American War of Independence.
	www.geo.ed.ac.uk /home/scotland/greatscots.html (6448 words)

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		Fifty to sixty guest might gather in a single evening to hear famous musicians play the pipe organ or the concert piano.
		Mark C. Grossich is now the owner/Chief Executive, but no one seems to know what happened to all the valuable possessions that once resided in the Campbell Apartment.
		The name list is an ongoing project and it is probably not possible to list every person of Scottish heritage; however, if we have missed someone you feel is important, please let us know.
	www.chicago-scots.org /clubs/History/Newsletters/2003/July03-2.htm (798 words)

	Houston Highland Games Association (HHGA) :: Famous Scots in History :: houstonhighlandgames.com
		From pioneers, scientists and inventors to writers whose words reach people’s hearts across time and distance, these distinguished Scots show the diversity of greatness produced by a noble nation.
		Their accomplishments and achievements have left their mark on our world and are an inspiration to us all.
		Mary Queen of Scots (1542-1587) - Daughter of James V of Scotland
	www.houstonhighlandgames.com /famous_scots_in_history.htm (258 words)

	List of Scots (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		The following is a list of some famous people from Scotland :
		See also: List of people by nationality List of Kings of the Picts
		The Emigrant Scots: An Inventory of Extant Ships' Manifests (Passenger Lists) in Canadian Archives for Ships Travelling from Scotland to Canada Before 1900
	www.freeglossary.com /List_of_famous_Scottish_people (522 words)

	Scottish Links
		Rampant Scotland has a great list of famous scots which includes short biographies and pictures where available.
		Prices were listed in both pounds and dollars, and considering the high quality of the products, seemed very reasonable.
		Rather than just a list of links, they provide descriptions of what you will find at each site, as well as enumerable articles on topics of interest.
	www.heartoscotland.com /Business/Links.htm (1094 words)

	Tartan TV
		Wherever the Scots have gone in the world they have left their mark.
		Browse through the Tartan TV list of world famous Scots.
		Born in Kirkcudbright, he was the father of the US Navy.
	www.tartan.tv /Web/Site/NewSite/Directory/famousscots/Home_Famous.asp (91 words)

	Famous American Scots
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		Lewis and Clark consulted with James Mackay on John Evan's map of the lower Missouri River, either at Camp DuBois or in St. Charles, Missouri, where Mackay lived.
		According to the Baseball Almanac's Yesterday's Heroes: "Almost fifty years ago, on October 3, 1951, in the third game of a three-game playoff against the Brooklyn Dodgers, New York Giant outfielder Robert Brown 'Bobby' Thomson blasted the dramatic "shot heard 'round the world" when he homered off right-hander Ralph Branca.
	thecapitalscot.com /pastfeatures/ameriscots.html (361 words)

	La Vida Crafty - Famous Scottish women
		So I was looking for some different things, and I thought a list of famous Scots would be good.
		Known as "Mother of All the Peoples," she was a missionary born in Aberdeen, a pioneer for women's rights in Africa, and she worked to save twins, who were often killed at birth.
		Born in a shed near Edinburgh, she is a Dorset Finn, perhaps the most famous sheep of all time.
	discuss.gromco.com /snl/tz17184.html (1495 words)

	Famous Leo. Celebrities List.
		Athletically graceful, a skillful and expressive dancer with a joyfully muscular yet lyrical style, he also sang in a thin yet appealing voice.
		His best work is in Scots, the vernacular of southern Scotland, and he is one of the greatest authors in that language of the last 4 centuries.
		Robert Burns was born in Alloway, Ayrshire, on Jan. 25, 1759, in the cottage of hard-working farmer parents.
	www.gotohoroscope.com /leo-celebrity.html (1431 words)

	Scotsman.com Business - Latest News - Blaze destroys work by famous Scots artists (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		The couple, who own three floors of an A-listed Georgian townhouse in the city's Drummond Place, also lost their collection of antiquarian books, including a rare edition of works by Sir Walter Scott and a complete collection of the writings of Rudyard Kipling.
		Mr Linklater said the destruction of irreplaceable bound manuscripts of books by his father, Eric Linklater, was "a devastating loss".
		The definitive list of the 100 most powerful men and women in Scotland
	business.scotsman.com /latest.cfm?id=2821851 (1227 words)

	The Herald (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		A campaign has been launched to make the neon façade of the Barrowland Ballroom in Glasgow a listed landmark.
		The sign, in the east end of the city, is an iconic Scots image, according to campaigners keen to secure its status.
		It is understood they will meet Historic Scotland this week to discuss how the sign, which was erected around 1982, could be given listed status should the building be sold.
	www.theherald.co.uk /news/57446.html (216 words)

	Significant and Famous Scots
		Should you be able to provide a brief biography of a Significant Scot that we don't list we'd be delighted to receive it for inclusion in here.
		Here is a list of other web pages where you can find out more about individual Scots...
		A most interesting summary of Scots pioneers in medicine.
	www.electricscotland.com /history/significant_Scots.htm (255 words)

	Scotweb: Best of Scotland - Scottish information, Scots goods, Scottish services, Scots community, direct from Scotland (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		We celebrate this great Scot with the best Mackintosh reproductions and inspired designs.
		Lion Rampant Store"Scotland's other flag", the heraldic lion has stood for Scots glory for over 800 years.
		But these 'Battle of Bannockburn' and 'Robert Burns' sets are the perfect gift for the Scot you truly want to impress!
	scotweb.co.uk (631 words)

	Where can I find information on famous Scottish people? (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		A more comprehensive list of famous Scots can be found at The Gazetteer for Scotland.
		If not, please contact us using the email form and we will reply to you within twenty days.
		Additionally, the British Embassy in Washington assume no legal liability for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information, product, or process disclosed herein and do not represent that use of such information, product, or process would not infringe on privately owned rights.
	www.britainusa.com /faq/showfaq.asp?SID=575 (164 words)

	Guest Book 2, Scottish History Online
		I am fascinated by the mysterious ancient Scots and the variety of clans cohabiting the beautiful green land of isles.
		You might want to add Sir Charles Bell to your list of famous Scots.
		He was a Scottish physiologist and surgeon, 1774-1842 and is responsible for indentifing Bells law, Bells nerve and Bells Palsy.
	www.scotshistoryonline.co.uk /book2.html (1345 words)

	Tina Connor
		Sago with Raspberry jam in the middle - because that was served to us as a dessert, or pudding, from the school meals ladies in Scotland.
		Porridge served with salt instead of sugar - I'll eat my porridge this way and telling a Scot to put sugar in his porridge is the ultimate breakfast insult!
		As one of Scotlands most famous sons said "Who's like us?"
	www.123freehost.co.uk /sites/tinacee/news.asp (1845 words)

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