[2] (However, given the circumstances, he had been forced to assume his mother's surname of Campbell). Even in the times of The Bruce, the area around Loch Lomond was Clan Gregor land. Be the first one to comment on this story. His death was reported a week later in the Caledonian Mercury in Edinburgh. 1714 - The 'Balhaldie' line of Roro, claimed chieftainship of the Clan Gregor, but were frustrated by internal clan bickering. Please refer to the appropriate style manual or other sources if you have any questions. He waged a private blood feud with the James Graham, 1st Duke of Montrose who had seized his lands for nonpayment of a loan of money which disappeared along with Rob's chief cattle herder, Graham, Duke of Montrose immediately took action and confiscated MacGregor's lands, forcing his wife and family out in the process from the house they occupied from that day on, there would be no more peace between MacGregor and Montrose being that his mother had been a Campbell and indeed his wife was of that clan, Rob sought the protection of the Duke of Argyll this was a logical move to make, as the Campbells and Grahams had forever been in feud, and both had many scores to settle with one another.Rob Roy waged a private blood feud against the duke until 1722, when he was forced to surrender he was later imprisoned, he was finally pardoned in 1727 Rob Roy died in his house at Inverlochlarig Beg, Balquhidder, on 28 December 1734, Grave site of Rob Roy MacGregor marking his wife (Helen) Mary, and sons Coll and Robert at Balquhidder, The remains of Rob Roy MacGregor's house in upper Glen Shira. Rob Roy or alternately Red MacGregor, was a famous Scottish folk hero and outlaw of the early 18th century, who is sometimes known as the Scottish Robin Hood. [6] The Colquhouns were driven into the Moss of Auchingaich where their cavalry was useless and over two hundred Colquhouns were killed. During this time his business aptitude was growing, as was his political knowledge and he became fairly respected as a businessman, well known throughout Scotland with respectable holdings in Inversnaid and Graigrostan. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. The Dowling Family Tree with over half a million relatives,contains thousands of pictures and GeneaStars. Many Clan leaders were executed. Distinguished MacGregor Descendants. This is because Rob Roy had red hair, though it darkened to auburn in later life. return to 31 - Descendants of Rob Roy Raibart Ruadh / Rob Roy b.~1671 died 1734 m. Mary MacGregor of Comer on 1/1/1693 Inversnaid / Balquhidder | | Balquhidder Coll [7] b.~1694 died 1735 m. Dec 1721, Margaret, Coileitir, Glen Falloch 25 - Ancestry of Margaret | | | Balquhidder Gregor [1] b.~1722 | | | | Glen Falloch Donald Rob was sentenced to transportation to Barbados but before he was due to be deported he received a pardon from King George 1st and returned home to his family in 1727. As a result, he was branded an outlaw, and his wife and family were evicted from their house at Inversnaid, which was then burned down. [2] He also led Clan Gregor at the Battle of Glen Shiel in 1719. Verbalizing his thoughts in a Twitter post from 2015, he said: Plotting ambushes from palaces. An Act of the Scottish Parliament from 1617 stated[8] (translated into modern English): It was ordained that the name of MacGregor should be abolished and that the whole persons of that name should renounce their name and take some other name and that they nor none of their name and that they nor none of their posterity should call themselves Gregor or MacGregor under pain of death that any person or persons of the said clan who has already renounced their names or hereafter shall renounce their names or if any of their children or posterity shall at any time hereafter assume or take to themselves the name of Gregor or MacGregor that every such person or persons assuming or taking to themselves the said name shall incur the pain of death which pain shall be executed upon them without favour. The Rob Roy Way, a long distance footpath from Drymen to Pitlochry, was created in 2002 and named in Rob Roy's honour. The Gregor chief never returned to his former spirit or health. Although now in his early twenties, Rob concentrated on the family business with his brother cattle rearing with a wee bit of reiving (stealing) thrown in which was fairly normal practice in the Highlands. While every effort has been made to follow citation style rules, there may be some discrepancies. [6], In April 1603 James VI of Scotland issued an edict that proclaimed the name of MacGregor as "altogidder abolisheed". Rob Roy. Descendants of Rob Roy settled around McGregor, Iowa, and in 1849 it was reported that the original MacGregor seal and signet was owned by Alex McGregor of Iowa. Many MacGregors disappeared into remote mountain areas where they remained concealed for the next twenty years, becoming known as. He died in his house at Inverlochlarig Beg, Balquhidder, on 28 December 1734. There are NO living direct male descendants of Rob Roy MacGregor. d: 1735. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. The Gregor chief never returned to his former spirit or health. Clan Gregor, also known as Clan MacGregor, ([kln ik]) is a Highland Scottish clan that claims an origin in the early 9th century. The Scots Gaelic clan seal was inscribed, "Triogal Ma Dh'ream/ Een dhn bait spair nocht", which was interpreted as "I am of royal descent/ Slay and spare not". Late 1500's extreme persecution of Clan Gregor continued. Bonnie Dundee. Deceased persons are not concerned by this provision. He died in 1735. [1], In January 1693, at Corrie Arklet farm near Inversnaid, he married Mary MacGregor of Comar (16711745), who was born at Leny Farm, Strathyre. [12][13] Rob Roy became a legend in his own lifetime, and George I was moved to issue a pardon for his crimes just as he was about to be transported to the colonies. Rob Roy was a Scottish outlaw - basically our version of Robin Hood but, you know, a real man and Scottish so much better, clearly! James Roy MacGregor, Lt. Col. 1709-1754 With Charlotte MacGregor 1713- with. [26], 17th century, clan conflicts and civil war, Scott, Sir W, Manners, customs and history of the Highlanders of Scotland; Historical account of the clan MacGregor, pp. Major children and living persons must directly contact the. Relationship with Timothy Michael Dowling (Sosa/Ahnentafel #1), Relationship with Helen Mary MacGregor (spouse), Browse using this individual as Sosa/Ahnentafel #1, List of all individuals in the family tree, {{ 'gw_downgraded_access_back_to_max'|translate }}, Born 1February1671 - Stirlingshire, Scotland, Deceased 28December1734 - Perthshire, Scotland,aged 63years old, Birth, death: Dowling Family Tree - Tim Dowling - rootsweb, 2001-2015 - - electronic - I557397. 1671-1734 - Lifetime of Rob Roy, known for his colourful style and his quarrel with the earl of Montrose and his staunch defence of the independence of the clan. James Graham, 1st duke of Montrose, succeeded in entangling him in debt, and by 1712 Rob was ruined. [17] (The "E'en do but spair nocht" bit is Scots. The 1995 Rob Roy film was also novelized in that year by Donald McFarlan based on the screenplay by Alan Sharp. [2], Additionally, John Drummond, of Clan Drummond was the king's forester and was subsequently killed after hanging a number of MacGregors for poaching. [2] Eight hundred and twenty six MacGregors subscribed to a petition declaring General John Murray of Lanrick to be the true chief. Later imprisoned, he was finally pardoned in 1727. This profile, as you can see from the maintenance category of 'needs review' is on the project's to do list of profiles sorely needing an update. I'll let you know when I'm done. The current chief of Clan Gregor is Sir Malcolm Gregor Charles MacGregor of MacGregor, 7th Bt. They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. MacGregor scalps were proclaimed legal tender. Inscription on Rob Roy MacGregor's grave. Father of William McGregor, I; John McGregor; George MacGregor; Mary McGregor; Daniel McGregor and 6 others; James McGregor; John McGregor; Lt. Col. James Roy Mohr Drummond MacGregor; Colin Campbell MacGregor; Ranald MacGregor and Robert (Robin Oig) MacGregor less Famous for the role he played in the Jacobite rising of 1689, Robert Roy MacGregor was known to be a fierce rebel. [2] They were hunted like animals and flushed out of the heather by bloodhounds.[2]. Clan Gregor, also known as MacGregor, is one of the oldest clans in Scotland. Since the 1930s, the Category B-listed building had been in the hands of successive water authorities, but was identified as surplus to requirements and put up for auction in November 2004, despite objections from the Scottish National Party. In his old age Rob became a Roman Catholic. John MACGREGOR(Ranald, Robert Roy) was born on 19 Apr 1740 in Balquhidder. His father was Donald MacGregor, and his mother Margaret Campbell. [17] The statue was publicly unveiled at a ceremony on the bridge on 16 September 2017.[18]. This is because Rob Roy had red hair, though it darkened to auburn in later life. Charlotte MacGregor 1739- With Ephraim Reynolds, Ensign 1730-1790 with : Silas Reynolds 1763-1837. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Rob-Roy,

Robert Roy MacGregor (baptised 7 March 1671 28 December 1734), usually known simply as Rob Roy or alternately Red MacGregor, was a famous Scottish folk hero and outlaw of the early 18th century, who is sometimes known as the Scottish Robin Hood.

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