The Camerons were a powerful kindred that started off as a confederation of clans, ironically not unlike the Clan Chattan (more on that back in episode 7).  Let's look at where the Cameron war cry (slogan) comes from.  The story is short but not so straightforward.  Also available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

What can we learn about Scottish Clans by reading a  bond signed by several branches of the Murrays in 1586?  Join me and see.  The Murrays were what I refer to as a Frontier Clan.  We'll look at two bonds, one signed in 1586 and another in 1598, which contain material that I believe helps us understand the kin-based society in Scotland.  Thanks for joining me for my 100th episode!  Also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Source

https://ia800303.us.archive.org/3/items/chroniclesofatv21908atho/chroniclesofatv21908atho.pdf

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After telling the tale of the battle during the last episode, in this one, we go over details of the battle that can help us understand the nature of the Scottish clans better.  

 

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Last episode was the leadup.  Here's the action.  I hope you enjoy the story.  This is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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Source:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Dryfe_Sands

This is the first part of at least two episodes about an all-out war between the Maxwells and the Johnstones, two of the most powerful clans in the West March.  The Battle of Dryfe Sands was the climax in a feud that had gone on for decades and involved many of the most prominent kindreds in the western Border country.  In this episode, we set the stage for a showdown that will leave hundreds dead.  

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Sources

http://maxwellsociety.com/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Dryfe_Sands

https://archive.org/details/battleofdryfesan00mvit

They're not Border clans.  They're not Highland clans.  They have territory and a kin base in both the Lowlands and Highlands.  We're calling them "frontier clans".  Let's look at the history of the Keiths and some of the defining moments in their history as well as some cultural aspects of their history.  Thanks for joining me and I apologize for the tinny sound.  This is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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There's more to this kindred than an unusual origin.  Join me as I explore some interesting elements of the history of the Leslies.

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Sources:

https://www.clanleslie.org/page02.php#

https://www.clanlesliesociety.org/resources

In this episode I discuss three interesting things about the MacLarens of Balquhidder, finishing with their fight with the Buchanans of Leny.  This is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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Sources:

https://www.electricscotland.com/webclans/m/maclare2.html

http://glendiscovery.com/the_clans_of_balquhidder.html#_ftnref7

In this episode, I discuss a few interesting points about Clan Lamont, including a cool story about reciprocated Highland hospitality that was a life-saver on more than one occasion.  This is available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify as well.

 

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https://www.clanlamontsociety.com/history?doing_wp_cron=1617075156.8535199165344238281250

The Glencoe Massacre has a competitor for the "Most Grim Story" category.  Join me for this account of a feud between the Campbells and Lamonts and its tragic ending with the Dunoon Massacre.  This is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

 

https://www.electricscotland.com/webclans/htol/lamont2.html

https://theravenreport.com/2016/12/08/the-dunoon-massacre-took-a-scottish-family-feud-too-far/

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