Manuscripts of the Duke of Roxburghe; Sir H. H. Campbell, Bart. ; the Earl of Strathmore; and the Countess Dowager of Seafield. (14th Report, Appendix, Part III) : Historical Manuscripts Commission.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Roxburghe, Henry John Innes-Ker, author.

Series:

Manuscripts of the Duke of Roxburghe; Sir H. H. Campbell, Bart. ; the Earl of Strathmore; and Countess Dowager of Seafield Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

History.

Scotland--History.

Scotland.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (286 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Burlington : TannerRitchie Publishing, 2017.

Summary:

This historical report, published by the Historical Manuscripts Commission, examines the manuscripts and records of notable Scottish families including the Duke of Roxburghe, Sir H.H. Campbell, the Earl of Strathmore, and the Countess Dowager of Seafield. It provides detailed accounts of the lineage, estates, and legal disputes surrounding these families, with a focus on the Ker family, whose history spans several centuries. The text explores the family's transitions through various peerages, significant political roles, and contentious legal battles over inheritance. Intended for scholars, historians, and genealogists, the work sheds light on Scotland's aristocratic heritage and the socio-political dynamics of the era. It also delves into historical feuds, property transfers, and the evolution of titles, offering valuable insights into Scotland's noble history. Generated by AI.

Contents:

TITLE PAGE

CONTENTS

HISTORICAL MANUSCRIPTS COMMISSION, 14th REPORT, APPENDIX, PART III

Report on the Muniments of the Duke of Roxburghe at Floors Castle

Charters

Writs

Royal Letters

Charter, Papal Bulls and other Writs relating to the Monastery of Kelso

Bellenden Papers

Book of Family Expenses

Letters of the Roxburghe Family

Report on the Marchmont Muniments of the Family of Polwarth, Lords Polwarth, and Earls of Marchmont in possessions of Sir H.H. Campbell at Marchmont House, Berwickshire

Charters and Writs relating to the Lands and Families of Polwarth and Hume (1343-1568)

Papers relating to the Nunnery of Northberwick (1523-1547)

Miscellaneous Writs of the Homes of Polwarth, etc. (1427-1700)

Papers relating to the Berwickshire Families of Spens, Wolff, and Trotter (1514-1600)

Discharges and other Writs by Abbots and Commendators (1524-1643)

Miscellaneous Records, Journals, Heraldic Manuscripts, and other Writs relating to the Homes of Polwarth

Second Report on the Marchmont Muniments

Public Correspondence (1568-1717)

Private Correspondence (1676-1717)

Report on the Ancient Charters in possession of the Earl of Strathmore and Kinghorn at Glamis Castle, County Forfar

Charters and Writs relating to the family of Lyon of Glamis (1295-1599)

Charters and Writs relating to the Abbey of Jedburgh and Priory of Rostinoth (1188-1561)

Report on the Correspondence of Lord Chancellor Seafield with the Earl of Godolphin, Lord Treasurer of England, and others preserved at Cullen House, Banffshire

Royal Letters and Instructions from Queen Anne to James, Earl of Seafield, Lord Chancellor (1704-1705), and Letters from William, Duke of Cumberland (1746 and 1748)

Letters from Lord (afterwards) Earl of Godolphin, Lord High Treasurer of England, to James, 1st Earl of Seafield, Lord High Treasurer of Scotland (1703-1712)

Letters to, and from, the Earls of Seafield (1700-1785)

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ISBN:

9781773010649

1773010646

OCLC:

1470859760