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# Maclean History Project

Recording & Sharing the History of a Worldwide Family

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## Pages

- [Fàilte - Welcome!](https://macleanhistory.org/) - The Maclean History Project records and shares the history of a worldwide family from the Scottish Highlands whose known history extends to c.320 BCE.
- [Arms of the Chief](https://macleanhistory.org/heraldry/arms-of-the-chief/) - Displayed here is the the hereditary achievement of arms of Sir Lachlan Hector Charles Maclean, Bt, CVO, DL of Morvern and Duart, 28th Chief of the Clan Maclean. This coat of arms was last re-matriculated and recorded in the Lyon Register prior to the 1904 investiture of Sir Fitzroy Donald Maclean, Bt, CB, KCB of
- [Historic Texts & Resources](https://macleanhistory.org/about/historic-texts/) - Seanchaidhean of the Clan Maclean have written much through the centuries. There are an abundance of texts about the Macleans useful to researching the history of this ancient clan. Most of the historical information on this site has been extrapolated and compiled from these books. The items below that are downloadable are in the Public
- [Badges of the Clan Maclean](https://macleanhistory.org/heraldry/badges-of-the-clan-maclean/) - Available to all Maclean kin, the Clan's badge is the most prolific symbol of the Clan Maclean throughout the world. Whether embroidered on clothing, engraved into jewelry, etched into crystal, pinned to a cap or lapel, or printed on stationery, any one who wishes to identify and support the Clan Maclean may use the badge
- [Ewan The Headless](https://macleanhistory.org/history/legends-lore/ewan-the-headless/) - Deep in the rugged landscape of Mull, where the sea crashes against the rocky shores and the moors stretch into the mist, the legend of Ewan the Headless has lingered for centuries. His is a tale of ambition, betrayal, and supernatural vengeance—woven into the history of the Maclaines of Lochbuie. A Doomed Warrior and a
- [Legends & Lore](https://macleanhistory.org/history/legends-lore/)
- [Lachlan Mor & Dubh Sith](https://macleanhistory.org/history/legends-lore/lachlan-mor-dubh-sith/) - In the swirling mists of Scottish history, where legend and reality intertwine like the gnarled roots of an ancient oak, the tale of Lachlan Mór Maclean and the Dubh Sith emerges as both a testament to the power of warriors and the lingering presence of the supernatural. The battle that would cement Lachlan Mór’s legacy
- [The Lady Rock Incident](https://macleanhistory.org/history/legends-lore/the-lady-rock-incident/) - The Lady Rock Incident is one of the most infamous tales of betrayal and retribution in Scottish clan history. It revolves around the attempted murder of Lady Catherine Campbell by her husband, Lachlan Maclean, 10th of Duart, Chief of Clan Maclean, during the early 16th century. This event not only exemplifies the personal treachery within
- [Renaissance of the Clan Maclean](https://macleanhistory.org/history/renaissance-of-the-clan-maclean/) - 20th Century — Present In 1911, Sir Fitzroy Donald Maclean of Duart, Bt, 26th Chief, proudly proclaimed, “I am happy to say the ancient stronghold of the Macleans is now my property” to the 400 Macleans who joined him to celebrate the reclaiming of Duart Castle. “It is 221 years since the Maclean banner has
- [Lairds of Duart](https://macleanhistory.org/history/branches/duart/lairds/) - c 1365 Lachlan Lùbanach Maclean 1405 Hector Ruadh Maclean 1411 Lachlan Bronneach Maclean c 1472 Lachlan Og Maclean c 1478 Hector Odhar Maclean 1496 Lachlan Maclean 1513 Lachlan Cattanach Maclean 1523 Hector Mór Maclean 1568 Hector Og Maclean 1573 Lachlan Mor Maclean 1598 Hector Og Maclean 1618 Hector Mor Maclean 1630 Lachlan Maclean 1648 Hector
- [The Maclean Chiefs](https://macleanhistory.org/history/chiefs/) - A Scottish chief stands at the head of his clan and represented not only his clansmen but also its first chief. Maclean Chiefs trace their hereditary line back to first recognized Chief, Gilleain na Tuaighe, in 1174. The rural nature of Scotland's Highlands, particularly the Western Isles, allowed the Maclean Chiefs to operate and govern
- [Sir Allan Maclean](https://macleanhistory.org/history/branches/duart/lairds/sir-allan-maclean-22nd-chief/) - 22nd Chief, 6th Baronet of Morvern, 18th Laird of Duart, 2nd Lord Maclean* Brigadier-General Sir Allan Maclean, 6th Baronet of Morvern,1 18th Laird of Duart, 4th Laird of Brolas, 2nd Lord Maclean2 succeeded his cousin, Major Sir Hector Maclean, as the 22nd Chief of the Clan Maclean in 1750.3 Sir Allan’s chiefship is the first
- [Heraldry](https://macleanhistory.org/heraldry/) - The heraldry of the Clan Maclean, its chiefs, and its chieftains shares the characteristics that identify many Scottish clans of the Western Highlands and Isles. Most of the ancient clans of this region were connected to the Lordship of the Isles before the fourteenth century, and their arms reflected it. The most common element that
- [Sir Charles Fitzroy Maclean](https://macleanhistory.org/history/branches/duart/lairds/sir-charles-fitzroy-maclean-25th-chief/) - 25th Chief, 9th Baronet of Morvern, 21st Laird of Duart, KCB, DL, 5th Lord Maclean* Colonel Sir Charles Fitzroy Maclean, 9th Baronet of Duart and Morvern, 5th Lord Maclean1 became the 25th Chief of the Clan Maclean on July 5th in 1847 upon the death of his father. Sir Charles was the first Maclean Chief
- [Sir Hector Maclean](https://macleanhistory.org/history/branches/duart/lairds/sir-hector-maclean-23rd-chief/) - Sir Hector Maclean was the 23th Chief of Clan Maclean, 7th Baronet of Morvern, 19th Laird of Duart, 3th Lord Maclean (Jacobite Peerage)
- [Sir Fitzroy Jeffreys Grafton Maclean](https://macleanhistory.org/history/branches/duart/lairds/sir-fitzroy-jeffreys-grafton-maclean-24th-chief/) - 24th Chief, 8th Baronet of Morvern, 20th Laird of Duart, 4th Lord Maclean* General Sir Fitzroy Jeffreys Grafton Maclean, 8th Baronet of Morvern,1 4th Lord Maclean* became the 24th Chief of the Clan Maclean1 on the 2nd of November in 18182 upon the death of his elder half-brother, who died without issue.3 Sir Fitzroy never
- [The Maclean Chief](https://macleanhistory.org/present-day/the-maclean-chief/) - Sir Lachlan Hector Charles Maclean
- [Sir Lachlan Hector Charles Maclean](https://macleanhistory.org/history/branches/duart/lairds/sir-lachlan-maclean-28th-chief/) - 28th Chief, 12th Baronet of Morvern, 24th Laird of Duart, CVO, DL, 8th Lord Maclean* Major Sir Lachlan Maclean, Bt, CVO, DL became the 28th Chief of the Clan Maclean, 12th Baronet of Duart & Morvern, and 8th Lord Maclean upon the death of his father in early February of 1990. Those who have met
- [Relevant Sites](https://macleanhistory.org/present-day/relevant-sites/) - Official Associations & Societies Clan Maclean of Duart Clan Maclean of Lochbuie Clan Maclain of ArdnamurchanClan Maclean Atlantic Clan Maclean Association in the United States Clan Maclean Association of California & Nevada Clan Maclean Association in AustraliaClan Maclean Radio Society Visiting Our Ancestral Home Duart CastleMoy CastleKinlochaline Castle Mingary Castle Tarbert Castle Urquhart CastleArdtornish House
- [The Clan Maclean Today](https://macleanhistory.org/present-day/the-clan-maclean-today/) - The Clan Maclean is a living Scottish clan best described as a world-wide family. Today eight branches still have chiefs and chieftians, and eleven Associations connect cousins around the world.
- [Lord Charles Hector Fitzroy Maclean](https://macleanhistory.org/history/branches/duart/lairds/lord-charles-hector-fitzroy-maclean-27th-chief/) - Lord Charles Hector Fitzroy Maclean, Bt, KT, GCVO, KBE, PC, Baron Maclean, 27th Chief of the Clan Maclean is one of the most influential modern Scottish Chiefs.
- [History](https://macleanhistory.org/history/) - The Maclean is an ancient family with a long and rich history. There are 6 primary eras of the Clan Maclean's history dating back to the 4th century BCE.
- [The Jacobite Risings](https://macleanhistory.org/history/the-jacobite-risings/) - 17th Century — 18th Century The Macleans were ever-faithful to the Stuart Cause. In 1631, King Charles I, of the House of Stuart, took a particular interest Sir Lachlan Maclean of Duart, 17th Chief, and bestowed on him the hereditary Baronetcy of Morvern.1 At court Sir Lachlan’s distrust of Archibald Campbell, 1st Duke of Argyll
- [World War II](https://macleanhistory.org/history/martial-history/macleans-in-world-war-ii/) - Following in the long military tradition of the Clan Maclean, nearly 1,000 of its American cousins served as military and civilian personnel during World War II in both the European and Pacific theaters. Of the 915 men and 42 women who served, the American Macleans are known to have sustained 229 casualties during the war,
- [House of Lochbuie](https://macleanhistory.org/history/branches/lochbuie/) - The House of Lochbouie is a feudally independent Branch Clan established at the time as the House of Duart. The branch takes its name from the beautiful Loch Buie on the Island of Mull, where Moy Castle overlooks the bay opening onto the Firth of Lorn and the tidal islands of Eilean Mòr and Eilean
- [Duart Castle](https://macleanhistory.org/history/branches/duart/duart-castle/)
- [House of Duart](https://macleanhistory.org/history/branches/duart/) - The House of Duart is primary branch and thus chiefly line the Clan Maclean; it takes its name from the clan seat, Duart Castle. History The primary branch was likely established in 13451 when John Dubh sent his sons, Lachlan Lùbanach and Hector Reaganach, to negotiate with John of Islay, 1st Lord of the Isles,
- [Lachlan Og Maclean](https://macleanhistory.org/history/branches/duart/lairds/lachlan-og-maclean-8th-chief/) - 8th Chief, 4th Laird of Duart Born in 1432,1 Lachlan Og was the youngest son of Lachlan Bronnach.2 He succeeded his father as the eighth Chief of the Clan Maclean and fourth Laird of Duart shortly after 1472.2 Thought little is written of him, it is clear that Lachlan Og was a man “possessed of
- [Sitemap](https://macleanhistory.org/about/sitemap/)
- [Branches of the Clan Maclean](https://macleanhistory.org/history/branches/) - There were once more than 40 notable branches of the Clan Maclean, today there are 7 senior cadet branches with hereditary chieftains alnog with the primary branch
- [Sir Fitzroy Donald Maclean](https://macleanhistory.org/history/branches/duart/lairds/sir-fitzroy-donald-maclean-26th-chief/) - 26th Chief, 10th Baronet of Morvern, 22nd Laird of Duart, KCB, DL, 6th Lord Maclean* Colonel Sir Fitzroy Donald Maclean, 10th Baronet of Duart and Morvern, KCB, DL, 6th Lord Maclean* succeeded his father as the 26th Chief of the Clan Maclean on the 27th of December in 1883. Though listed in Black’s 1904 Who’s
- [John Crùbach Maclean](https://macleanhistory.org/history/branches/ardgour/lairds-of-ardgour/john-crubach-maclean-8th-of-ardgour/) - 8th Chief of Macleans of Ardgour, 6th Baron of Ardgour, 8th Laird of Ardgour John ‘Crubach’ Maclean, 8th Laird of Ardgour was born c.1600 to Allan, 7th of Ardgour, and his wife Catherine almost certainly on the Isle of Coll.1 A sever childhood injury left John with a permanent limp, and earned him the nickname
- [House of Ardgour](https://macleanhistory.org/history/branches/ardgour/) - The Macleans of Ardgour are the second senior cadet branch clan of the Clan Maclean. The Adgour Chieftains trace their lineage to Lachlan Bronneach Maclean, 7th Chief of the the Duart Branch of the Clan Maclean. At present Robin Maclean is the 18th Chieftian of the Macleans of Ardgour. The name for the district of
- [About](https://macleanhistory.org/about/) - About the Project This site was created and is maintained solely by volunteers who are passionate about the history of their ancient clan and kin. If you are also interested in our history and would like to contribute information, editorial help, or recent/upcoming events, we'd love to hear from you. Why Another Site? That's a
- [Getting Involved](https://macleanhistory.org/about/getting-involved/) - If you love learning, researching, and sharing the history of our ancient clan and kin, we could use your help this project. It doesn't take a Ph.D. in history to get involved, just curiosity, persistence, and attention to detail. Much of our work can be accomplished via the internet, but we do occasionally need help
- [Maclean Armorial](https://macleanhistory.org/heraldry/maclean-armorial/) - Many Macleans have been granted arms throughout the centuries. The arms of the House of Duart were well established before the Lyon Register, on which the Lord Lyon records all Scotland's coats of arms, was created in 1672. Unlike other European arms, Scottish arms are granted to individuals rather than families, and are heritable property.
- [Tartans of the Clan Maclean](https://macleanhistory.org/heraldry/tartans-of-the-clan-maclean/) - The earliest reference to a tartan occurs in 1471, and is an account by a treasurer to King James III of the purchase of tartan for the use of the King and Queen of Scotland. The origins of the tartan are uncertain, but renewed popularity in the 19th century have revitalized this ancient practice. Many
- [Scottish Heraldry](https://macleanhistory.org/heraldry/scottish-heraldry/) - The use of Heraldry in Scottish society and history can be easily divided into three areas: Arms, Badges, and Tartans. Arms were only granted to Scottish lords and were not used to represent families, as they do elsewhere in Europe. Badges were usually derived from the crest of a clan chief's coat of arms, and
- [The Ardgour Regalia](https://macleanhistory.org/history/artifacts/the-ardgour-regalia/) - Commissioned for Alexander Thomas Maclean, 15ᵗʰ of Ardgour, the Ardgour Regalia is a cased set of Victorian Highland dress accessories commissioned c1871.
- [World War I](https://macleanhistory.org/history/martial-history/world-war-i/) - Following in the long military tradition of the Clan Maclean, 106 of the its American cousins served as military and civilian personnel during World War I. Of the 106 men who served, the Clan Maclean sustained only 42 casualties, 42 of whom died and 0 were taken as Prisoners of War. Maclean casualties represent .01%
- [Kilt Suit c.1815](https://macleanhistory.org/history/artifacts/kilt-suit-c-1815/) - This kilt suit, in the National Museums Scotland, was worn by Andrew Clark, and is dated to c.1815 By the early 19th century, military style had become a strong influence on civilian fashions across Europe. The horizontal button placement and epaulets of gold bullion ribbon seen on this kilt jacket echo aspects of regimental uniforms
- [Lairds of Ardgour](https://macleanhistory.org/history/branches/ardgour/lairds-of-ardgour/) - c 1460 Donald Maclean 1463 Ewen Maclean 1482 Lachlan Maclean c 1545 John Maclean c 1450 Allan Maclean c 1520 Ewen Maclean 1592 Allan Maclean 1681 John Maclean 1695 Ewen Maclean 1694 Allan Maclean 1756 John Maclean 1739 Hugh Maclean 1768 Alexander Maclean 1855 Alexander Maclean 1872 Alexander Thomas Maclean 1890 Alexander John Hew Maclean
- [Lairds of Lochbuie](https://macleanhistory.org/history/branches/lochbuie/lairds-of-lochbuie/) - c 1360 Hector Reaganach c 1380 Murdoch Roy c 1402 John Maclean c 1442 Hector Maclean 1478 John Og Maclean 1538 Murdoch Gearr Maclean 1568 John Mor Maclean c 1582 Hector Maclean 1614 Hector Odhar Maclean 1628 Murdoch Mor Maclean 1662 Lachlan Mor Maclean 1685 Hector Maclean 1706 Murdoch Maclean 1727 John Maclean of Pennygoun
- [The Question of Cadetcy](https://macleanhistory.org/history/branches/lochbuie/cadetcy/) - Since the turn of the nineteenth century, the relationship of the Maclaines of Lochbuie the broader Clan Maclean—all Children of Gilleain na Tuaighe—has been a point of pride for many, a point of interest for some, and unfortunately a point of contention for a few. As one of Scotland's oldest clans, the Macleans have an
- [Present Day](https://macleanhistory.org/present-day/)
- [Chiefs & Chieftains of Clan Maclean](https://macleanhistory.org/present-day/maclean-chiefs-and-chieftains/) - Scottish chiefs are the hereditary heads of independent branches of a clan; while chieftains are the hereditary heads of cadet branches of a clan. Though recognized in Scottish law, following the Heritable jurisdictions Act of 1746, the designation has become little more than a dignity. The Lyon Court considers clans, along with their branches, noble
- [Clan Maclean Associations](https://macleanhistory.org/present-day/clan-maclean-associations/) - The clan is well-organized around the globe. As the dominate governing body, the Clan Maclean International Association is responsible for promoting and supporting the regional Maclean Clan organizations' growth and involvement of the Clan and its members. All of the regional associations are self-governed and their presidents collectively make up the Clan Maclean International Association.
- [Clan Maclean Heritage Trust](https://macleanhistory.org/present-day/clan-maclean-heritage-trust/) - The Clan Maclean Heritage Trust was established in 1996 to identify, memorialize, and educate the public about the heritage and impact Macleans have had both in Scotland and around the world. The Trust also encourages the publication of Clan and Family related annals. The Heritage Trust's interests lie not only in the preservation of clan
- [Duart Restoration Appeal](https://macleanhistory.org/present-day/duart-restoration-appeal/) - In June of 2012, Sir Lachlan Maclean, Bt, CVO, DL, 28th Chief, addressed the Clan Congress on Mull, explaining that for the last century, the Chief’s family had personally funded the upkeep and repairs that Duart Castle required, but the family could no longer afford the repairs on its own. Sir Lachlan appealed to the
- [International Gatherings](https://macleanhistory.org/present-day/international-gatherings/) - Every two years, there is an International Clan Gathering at Duart Castle on the Island of Mull in Scotland. All Macleans are invited and encouraged to attend. It is a great way to meet new cousins. It is also a great time to see the first hand our heritage, and the historical places our ancestors
- [Origins of the Clan Maclean](https://macleanhistory.org/history/origins/) - The Clan Maclean is one of the oldest Gaelic clans of Scotland, settling in the inner Hebrides and the Western Highlands, and took its name from its first chief, Gilleain na Tuaighe.
- [Vassals to the Lordship of the Isles](https://macleanhistory.org/history/lordship-of-the-isles/) - 14th Century — 15th Century From the middle of the 14th Century to the end of the 15th Century the Lordship of the Isles dominated the Hebrides and Western Coast of Gaelic Scotland; it was largest and most powerful province in all of Scotland.17 Aligned enemies, allowed the Lordship to grow rapidly in its early
- [Rise to Influence & Prominence](https://macleanhistory.org/history/rise-to-influence-prominence/) - 13th Century — 14th Century Although best remembered as warriors today, the earliest Macleans would likely have been recognized as one of the hereditary learned families of the Gàidhealtachd.6 Old Dugald’s position and designation as “judex,” along with his frequent change of dwelling coupled with the fact that his great grandson, Cuduiligh,6 born c.1130,14 was
- [Exile & Emigration](https://macleanhistory.org/history/exile-emigration/) - 19th Century — 20th Century The Stuart Cause cost the Macleans heavily in life, land, and influence. Having lost Duart and most of their lands to the Argyll, the Maclean chiefs found themselves in exile. Six generations of Chiefs would make their home abroad in France and England. Argyll began driving the Macleans from their
- [Gilleain na Tuaighe](https://macleanhistory.org/history/origins/patriarchs/gilleain-na-tuaighe/) - 1st Chief The first chief of the Clan Maclean is without doubt the early thirteenth century figure known as Gilleain na Tuaighe.1 Gilleain was born to Rath and Mairiotte2b about the year 12103 and spent most of his life in the areas of Argyleshire,3 Ayreshire, or Galloway. He had at least one brother, Calain Mac-Rath
- [Malise mac Gilleain](https://macleanhistory.org/history/origins/patriarchs/malise-mac-gilleain/) - 2nd Chief As the the son of Gilleain na Tuaighe, Malise was the first of many to truly be recognized as a “Maclean,” or “Son of Gillean.”1 Born around 1250, Malise mac Gilleain became the second chief of the young clan that bears his father's name some time before 1263,2 and in short order he
- [Malcolm mac Giliosa](https://macleanhistory.org/history/origins/patriarchs/malcolm-mac-giliosa/) - 3rd Chief Like his father before him, Malcolm mac Giliosa expanded the prominence and influence of the young clan. Born about 1270,3 Malcolm had become a prominent figure, holding lands in Kintyre by 12963 when he rendered homage to Edward I as “Malcolm McCulain en l’isle de Kintyr,” or Malcolm MacCulian in the Isle of
- [John Dubh mac Gillemore](https://macleanhistory.org/history/origins/patriarchs/john-dubh-mac-gillemore/) - 4th Chief Known as “Black John,” Ian (John) Dubh was born c.1297 and became the fourth chief of the Clan Maclean during the reign of David II, King of Scots.1 John was the youngest son of Malcolm mac Giliosa.1 Oral tradition states that John possessed large tracts of land in Duart and Lochbuie,1 however only