The clan claims descent from Griogar, a son of Alpin, king of Dalriada but some genealogists question this. The first certain chief of the Clan Gregor was Gregor of the Golden Bridles. People Projects Discussions Surnames The following list is only an approximation and is subject to frequent revisions. Surprisingly enough, the “clan tartans” date no earlier than late 18 th century. MacGregor Clan . Alexander of Balhaldie raised an unsuccessful court action against Sir John Murray. [see note below by #18]. Scottish clans have more than one tartan attributed to their name and the only person to make a clan tartan an “official” one is the chief. Q. William was created a baronet in the Jacobite peerage by James the Old Pretender. There are a large variety of tartans associated with the MacGregor, but only the five tartans depicted above are recognized as Clan MacGregor tartans by the current clan chief. A. There were four principal Clan Gregor families descended from Gregor of the Golden Bridles. The first chief was probably "Gregor of the golden bridles" and his son, Iain Camm, succeeded as 2nd chief before 1390. Genealogy for Chief John Henry Gregg (MacGregor), clan MacGregor (1576 - 1644) family tree on Geni, with over 200 million profiles of ancestors and living relatives. Here, in 1604, clan chief Alasdair MacGregor and 11 of his chieftains were hanged by order of the king. John Makewin Makalester Captain of Clangregour is the chief of clan Gregor, his actual name is John MacGregor VcAne VcEwin VcAllaster (d April 12th 1528). The current chief of Clan Gregor is Sir Malcolm Gregor Charles MacGregor of MacGregor, 7th Bt, of Lanrick and Balquhidder, 24th Chief of Clan Gregor. Iain MacGregor of Glenorchy, 2nd Chief of Clan Gregor also went by the nick-name of Iain 'Cam' (or in English, 'the one-eyed'). That means this tradition was not in use when the battle of … The trust is a registered British charity and an American non-profit organization which removes debris (land mines) left behind by war. Alexander of Balhaldie was not elected and was living outside Scotland. Leadership then often switched from one to the other of the three remaining families. This relegated the MacGregor clan … Eoin dubh, b~1480; obit 1528, Alasdair ruadh of Glenstrae (Allister Roy), son of Eoin MacEoghan, b~1515; obit 1547, Eoin ruadh, son of Alasdair ruadh, b~1540; obit 1550, Griogair ruadh of Glenstrae ‘The arrow of Glen Lyon’, brother of Eoin ruadh, Many sources claim we are descended from Griogar, said to have been the third son of Alpin, King of Scotland, who commenced his reign in 833. I n 1959, Brigadier Sir Gregor MacGregor, 6th Bt, of Lanrick and Balquhidder, became 23rd Chief of Clan Gregor, he was also a Grand Master Mason of Scotland . Hugh of Glenorchy appears to have been the first of the Chiefs who was so styled. He is a Fellow of both the Royal Photographic Society and the Royal Geographical Society in London. Alexander of Balhaldie raised an unsuccessful court action against Sir John Murray. On the breaking out of the rebellion of 1745 the clan Gregor adhered to the cause of the Pretender. The Chief, Alasdair MacGregor of Glenstrae, gave shelter to the killer. Obtained royal license to resume the name MacGregor in 1822 and chose to change the tree in the Clan Gregor coat-of-arms from the venerated Oak tree back to the Scots Pine. Chief of the Clan Sir Norman Murray Archibald MacGregor Pringle of that Ilk 26th Chief of the Name and Arms of the Honourable Clan Pringle, Representor of the Lairds of Craigleith/Newhall - 18 th in line, Representor of the Lairds and Feudal Barons of Stichill - 11 th in line, 10 th Baronet of Stichill. Clan Plant Badge: Scots Fir Tree. The complete Coat of Arms is displayed only by the Clan Chief and passes down directly to his eldest son. He was elected while Alexander of Balhaldie was still alive and serving in the army in the West Indies. Because of the Proscription Gregors and MacGregors took on new surnames, with many families keeping these adopted aliases. Sir John Athole Bannatyne Macgregor of MacGregor, 3rd Baronet, 1810-1851, Sir Malcolm Murray Macgregor of MacGregor, 4th Baronet, b.1834, d.1879, Sir Malcolm MacGregor of MacGregor, RN, 5th Baronet. In 1714 Alexander Drummond (or MacGregor) of Balhaldie (Bohaldy), of the Roro line was elected was Chief. Born in 1959, he spent most of his early life travelling the world with his parents. It was organized in 1909, making it one of the oldest Scottish clan … His Gaelic designation is An t-Ailpeanach, a name which bears testimony to the clan's traditional descent from Siol Alpin. Clan Tartans. Rob Roy MacGregor was never a Clan Chief but was considered a “Captain,” leading the Clan in battle, and was Tutor to Gregor Macgregor, otherwise called James Graham of Glengyle or Glùn Dubh (Black Knee), after his father died leaving him the Chiefship of the Glengyle branch when he was just 10 years old. As well as being among the first Scottish clans to play the bagpipes in the early 1600s, clan MacGregor produced one of the most famous folk heroes in Scottish history, in the form of Rob Roy MacGregor. The clan after 1604 was a very different body from that which preceded it. His son, Iain Camm, One-Eye, succeeded as the second chief before 1390. The MacGregor Clan Crest which, all members are entitled to wear, is from the crest on the top of the Clan MacGregor Chief’s “Coat of Arms”. When the wearing of tartan was outlawed after the 1745 Jacobite rebellion, clansmen wore their clan's plant badge as an act of defiance and identification. Thereafter the succession passed to his brother Patrick Roy who was alive in 1651. When his son Alistair died at the Battle of Pinkie in 1547, the Campbells refused to allow an outsider to their clan, Gregor Roy MacGregor, to become chief. He graduated from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in 1980. Had he been more dynamic the opportunity for Sir John to campaign for the chiefship might not have arisen. Major Sir Malcolm MacGregor of MacGregor, 7th Baronet. The records are rather vague about the succession of the descendants of Ewin the tutor which ended with Kilmanan. His Gaelic designation is An t-Ailpeineach, a name which bears testimony to the Clan's Clann Ailpein - Clan Alpin origin, the older kindred name of our Clan. If the current Chief is the 24th – who then were the other 23? The chief of clan Colquhoun had been granted a royal commission to suppress the MacGregors. b.1873, Brigadier Sir Gregor MacGregor of MacGregor, 6th Baronet. Note the numbering suggests that Sir John Murray did not accept the succession of William in 1743. So the MacGregor clan welcomes those with surnames that appear in this link to the MacGregor family names. Today, Sir Malcolm is a prominent landscape photographer. He was elected while Alexander of Balhaldie was still alive and serving in the army in the West Indies. There were also disputes about the seniority and right of the original Balhaldie in 1714. William’s eldest son was Alexander born in 1758 and suceeded his father in 1765. [see note below by #18] In 1774, when the Act of Proscription against Clan Gregor was finally repealed, another election was organised and General John Murray Macgregor of Lanrick, descended from the Glencarnaig line, was acclaimed as the new Chief. Since then the chief has been described as the "Chief of Colquhoun and Luss". Most of the dates are estimated. The feud cut across these ties leaving many with hard decisions over their conflicting loyalties. Clan MacGregor (also known as clan Gregor) are a Highland clan who can claim an origin as far back as the 800s. King James VI, issued an edict proclaiming the name MacGregor “altogidder abolished,” meaning that those who bore the name must renounce it or suffer death. Alexander unsuccessfully sued Sir John Murray in 1795. If you find your surname on the list, welcome to Clan MacGregor! The latter Alexander became a Captain in the 65th Regiment. He was succeeded by his son, William before 1743. He was Convenor of the Standing Council of Scottish Chiefs from 2011 to 2018 and is the Hereditary Patron of the Clan Gregor Society which has been in existence since 1822. A Macgregor regiment, 300 strong, was raised by Robert Macgregor of Glencairnock, who was generally considered chief of the clan, which joined the price’s army. The American Clan Gregor Society, Inc is a genealogy-based charitable organization whose members consist primarily of lineal descendants of MacGregors who emigrated from Scotland to America prior to 1870. The chief's slogan within the crest badge is 'S RIOGHAL MO DHREAM, which translates from Scottish Gaelicas "my … Had he been more dynamic the opportunity for Sir John to campaign for the chiefship might not have arisen. [Alexander MacGregor Drummond of Balhaldie, b1758, succeeded 1765.] Note the switch from the Gaelic to the English form after Alasdair of Glenstrae. Rob’s father, Donald MacGregor, a younger brother of the chief of the clan MacGregor, received a military commission from the deposed king James II after the Glorious Revolution (1688–89). The crest badge suitable for members of Clan Gregor to wear consists of the chief's heraldic crest and slogan. Notice to members of CGS – Please Join the SCIO, The Annual Glasgow University Student Award, The Annual St Andrews University Scholarship Award, Recipe of the month – McGregor’s Shortbread, International Gathering 2022 – Important News, Clan Gregor at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2017. The proscription of the MacGregor name was not finally lifted until 1775 and it is a tribute to their endurance and indomitable spirit that the MacGregor name still exists. Sir Malcolm’s final post was as the Chief of Staff of the 51st Highland Brigade in Perth. She worked as a presenter and reporter for both ITN and BBC News. The MacGregor Clan retained its historical and hierarchical importance in Scotland until Robert the Bruce, the 14th century “King of the Scots” who ruled Scotland from 1306 until his death in 1329, superseded the MacGregor’s land rights to the Chief of the Clan Campbell. There are a series of obits up to Gregor (John Murray) no. Dr MacGregor suggests that Clan Gregor probably derive from a 13th century kindred called Clann Ailpein, who may have been a client kindred of the ruling MacDougall kindred of Lorn. He held the position of 2nd Chief of Clan Gregor. Sir Evan John MacGregor, 1785-1841, the 21st Chief, 2nd Baronet of Lanrick, founded the Clan Gregor Society in 1822. Chief Sir Malcolm MacGregor of MacGregor, 7th Bart., 24th Chief of Clan Gregor. He held the three glens of the rivers Orchy, Strae and Lochy on the opposite watershed to Strathfillan and Glendochart. last recorded 1639 (sold Glenstrae to Glenorchy in 1624), Patrick Roy, brother of Gregor, b~1600; d~1650s, Gregor, son of Malcolm, g-son of Ewin the tutor, d~ 1680s, Archibald of Kilmanan, cousin of Gregor, d~ 1704, Alexander MacGregor or Drummond of Balhaldie (Bohaldy) – Roro – elected in 1714, d.1743, William Macgregor Drummond of Balhaldie succeeded his father 1743. d. ~1765. Sir Evan John Macgregor 1785-1841, 2nd Baronet of Lanrick, founder of the Clan Gregor Society in 1822 Obtained royal license to resume the name MacGregor in 1822. Developed with the assistance of Peter Lawrie, Clan Gregor Society. There have been many myths and false accounts written in the past making it difficult to sort out. b.1925, d.2003. William was created a baronet in the Jacobite peerage by James the Old Pretender. b~1541; executed 1571, Alasdair ruadh of Glenstrae, son of Griogair ruadh, b~ 1569; executed 1604, Gregor, alias John Murray, nephew of Alasdair ruadh, b ~1599. In 1714 Alexander Drummond (or MacGregor) of Balhaldie (Bohaldy), of the Roro line was elected was Chief. Rob Roy MacGregor was never a Clan Chief but was considered a “Captain,” leading the Clan in battle, and was Tutor to Gregor Macgregor, otherwise called James Graham of Glengyle or Glùn Dubh (Black Knee), after his father died leaving him the Chiefship of the Glengyle branch when he was just 10 years old. There were also disputes about the seniority and right of the original Balhaldie in 1714. As one of the UK’s best known female anglers, she is the author of two fishing books. Today, Clan MacGregor still has a clan chief, and a strong heritage with descendants all over the world. Rob was a freebooter with uncertain loyalty to James and was probably also engaged in cattle stealing and blackmail, old and at that time still honourable Highland practices. 7th Baronet, 24th Chief of Clan Gregor. Their renowned history dates back to the 14th century and our bottle proudly displays the Lion’s Head Crest, the symbol of the Clan Chief, Sir Malcolm MacGregor. In 1603 Alasdair MacGregor marched into Colquhoun territory with a force of over four hundred MacGregor clansmen. Clan Territory: Argyll, Stirlingshire and The Trossachs; Clan Chief: Sir Malcolm MacGregor of MacGregor became 24th Chief of the MacGregor Clan in 2003. William’s eldest son was Alexander born in 1758 and suceeded his father in 1765. The Chiefs originally were of the Glenstrae branch which died out as a result of long persecution. According to Buchanan of Auchmar, the Clan Gregor were located in Glenorchy as early as the reign of Malcolm Canmore (1057-1093). He was commissioned into the Scots Guards where he spent time in Northern Ireland. Alexander unsuccessfully sued Sir John Murray in 1795. Sir John Murray (Macgregor) of Lanrick (Glencarnaig branch), elected chief in 1775. Well, this is not as easy a thing to determine as you might suppose. Jul 23, 2014 - 'Blimp': Late clan chief Sir Gregor MacGregor with the Portrait of his Grandfather, Admiral Sir Malcolm MacGregor of MacGregor, painted in 1878 As part of the Comyn faction the MacDougalls were opposed to Robert the Bruce. He was Convenor of the Standing Council of Scottish Chiefs from 2011 to 2018 and is the Hereditary Patron of the Clan Gregor Society which has been in existence since 1822. History of Clan MacGregor: Clan Gregor is the senior member of Clan Alpin and in the reign of Alexander II, held the lands of Glenstrae, Glenlochy, Glen Lyon and Glen Orchy. The chief of Clan Colquhoun, in response, had been granted a royal commission to suppress the MacGregors. The chief's crest is: a lion's head erased Proper, crowned with an antique crown Or. Note the numbering suggests that Sir John Murray did not accept the succession of William in 1743. King Robert the Bruce gave the barony of Loch Awe to the Campbells for their aid in raising him to the throne. He spent time in the Sultanate of Oman on various projects and commissions. He assembled a force of five hundred foot and three hundred horse and advanced to Glen Fruin to repel the Highland raiders. Colquhoun assembled a force of five hundred foot and three hundred horse and advanced to Glen Fruin to repel the Highland raiders. The latter Alexander became a Captain in the 65th Regiment. Clan Tartan : Clan links : Clan Gregor Sir Malcolm MacGregor of MacGregor is the 24th chief of Clan Gregor and is known as the Chieftain of the Children of the Mist. Lady MacGregor is also a columnist for magazines and newspapers, including the Scottish Field magazine, The Courier newspaper, and the American-based Scottish Banner newspaper. The MacGregor problems all started when their chief Iain of Glenstrae died without any heirs in 1519. 12 who died in 1629. Sir Malcolm MacGregor of MacGregor is the 24th chief of Clan Gregor and is known as the Chieftain of the Children of the Mist. Sir Malcolm works with the humanitarian mine-clearing agency, the HALO Trust based in Dumfriesshire; traveling to war torn countries in Africa and Asia. Notes about Ian (Black John) MacGregor 6th Chief of Clan Gregor Died 24 May 1519 on which day a great meteor was seen which presaged the sad division and sorrows of the Gregarach, for the Campbells now enfeoffed in Glenstrae his usurping kinsman, Iain Mc Evan. John was born in 1546, in Glenarm Barony, Co Antrim, Scotland. Sir Malcolm is married to Fiona Armstrong, the 19th Lord Lieutenant of Dumfriesshire. She currently presents on ITV Border Television’s Border Life. Alternatively claims have been made for descent from his eldest brother, Kenneth MacAlpine, but these are both impossible to trace. MacGregor split his force in two and while the main MacGregor force and the Colquhouns enga… It directly involved the earl of Argyll wh… Clan Macdonald was somehow overlooked in the King’s rage, and he pinned the responsibility on the hated Macgregors. Alexander of Balhaldie was not elected and was living outside Scotland. He is the author of two photography books on the islands off the west coast of Scotland and is a features writer and photographer for Scots Heritage Magazine. MacGregor Clan Motto: 'S Rioghal Mo Dhream (Royal is my race). Chief David, John Henry MacGregor, Head Of Clan was born on month day 1576, at birth place, to John James "Black John of the Coat of Mail" Macgregor and Jean (of Clan) Macgregor (born Campbell). He also served as operations officer and in command of troops for four years in the 48th Gurkha Brigade and the 6th Gurkha Rifles in Hong Kong and Nepal. Clan chief Sir Robert Kirkpatrick of Colquhoun inherited the lands of Luss in the 14th century when he married the daughter of the laird of Luss. Such was the highland honour to do so, he took responsibility for the act and was condemned by the Privy Council. The current Chief is descended from the Glencarnaig line. Clan Name: MacGregor - Clan Motto: S'rioghal Mo Dhream - My Race is Royal; Clan Chief: Sir Malcolm Gregor Charles MacGregor of MacGregor, 7th Baron of Lanrick and Balquhidder, 24th Chief of Clan Gregor; Clan Seat: Bannatyne, Newtyle, Angus; Clan Lands: Glengyle, Glenlochy, Glenlyon, Glenorchy and Glenstrae. James VI commissioned, for a space of three years, the chiefs of other clans to hunt down the Macgregor Chief and all who might be culpable of the crime, and if they refused to be taken, to use fire and sword against them. In 1774, when the Act of Proscription against Clan Gregor was finally repealed, another election was organised and General John Murray Macgregor of Lanrick, descended from the Glencarnaig line, was acclaimed as the new Chief. He has also undertaken an assignment for the UK military in Afghanistan. The feud was particularly intense because the two clan groups had previously been close allies who had successfully expanded together from their neighbouring glens in Lorn into Breadalbane and had settled side by side upon these new lands. The Campbells supported their MacGregor relative by marriage, Eian MacGregor. In clanship a Captain would be appointed as a military leader when the Chief was a minor or otherwise unsuited for the role. She also made fishing films for Sky TV’s ‘Tight Lines’ programme and her 2007 series, River Journeys, was shown on the Discovery Channel. MacGregor Clan Crest: A crowned lions head. These were Glenstrae, Glencarnaig, Roro, and Glengyle. Baronetcy created in 1795. - MacGregor. Marriage alliances had cemented the links between the MacGregors, the Campbells and other Argyll kindreds, such as the MacNaughtons. He was the father of Griogair (d July 1526) and Alasdair ruadh (d 1547). In response to the execution of two MacGregor clansmen in the year 1603, Alasdair MacGregor marched into Colquhoun territory with a force of over four hundred men. Before this the Clan system, as we know it, was not in place. Major Sir Malcolm MacGregor of MacGregor He was succeeded by his son, William before 1743. The Trossachs This beautiful area of lochs, woods and mountains was home to the famous outlaw Rob Roy MacGregor. Clan MacGregor whisky honours the MacGregors, one of Scotland’s oldest clans. The clan’s motto, ‘S Rioghal Mo Dhream, meaning “Royal is our race”, reflects the family’s claimed connection to Celtic royalty. Griogair of the Golden Bridles, b~1300; d~1360, Eoin cam (Ian of the One-Eye), son of Griogair, .b~1325; obit.1390, Eoin dubh, son of Eoin cam, b~1350; obit.1415, Gille-coluim (Malcolm “the lame lord”), son of Eoin dubh, b~1375; obit.1440, Padraig, son of Gille-coluim, b~1405; obit.1461, Eoin dubh, son of Padraig, b~1440 obit.1519 (his son Maol-coluim dsp 1498), Eoin MacEoghan, gt-gt-gt-grandson of #3. Notice to members of CGS – Please Join the SCIO, The Annual Glasgow University Student Award, The Annual St Andrews University Scholarship Award, International Gathering 2022 – Important News, Clan Gregor at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2017.
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