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. K. Macleay, M.D., in Historical Memoirs of Rob Roy and the Clan MacGregor quotes, "but he had taken the resolution of becoming a Roman Catholic, and he accordingly left the lonely residence we have described, and returning to Perthshire, went to a Mr. Alexander Drummond, an old priest of that faith, who resided at Drummond Castle." 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. After the rebellion was put down, he was treated leniently because of the intercession of John Campbell, 2nd duke of Argyll. [2] (However, given the circumstances, he had been forced to assume his mother's surname of Campbell). looking for direct descendants of the original ROB ROY MCGREGOR By Sheila Lipson-Norton December 04, 2003 at 04:18:40. im looking for direct descendants of the original Rob Roy MacGregor.I am the great X 5 grand daughter of his.other surnames I know of are: Hall, Black, Martin, and Aitkin, however, Im not sure if all of these are in the MacGregor line.I am just beginning this. Please refer to the appropriate style manual or other sources if you have any questions. Not much is known about Rob Roy's life, but a popular belief is that he took the lead in an incident called the "Hership" or "Devastation of Kippen" in 1691, he lived under the protection of the Graham, Duke of Montrose, and followed the fairly respectable career of cattle dealer. It needs inline citations added, and more reliable sources than mostly unsourced web pages. 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. Rob Roy Macgregor is known as the Scottish Robin Hood. Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. Macleay takes the view that Rob did this out of sorrow for his crimes. 1566 - An act of the Privy Council gave the Protestant nobles and chiefs (including Campbells) the right to exterminate the MacGregors. ), Adaptations of his story have also been told in film, including the silent film Rob Roy (1922); the Walt Disney Productions film Rob Roy, the Highland Rogue (1953); and the Rob Roy (1995) film directed by Michael Caton-Jones, starring Liam Neeson as the title character, and shot entirely on location in the Scottish Highlands. [2] The succession of Eian was supported by the Campbells, and he married a daughter of Sir Colin Campbell of Glenorchy. Rob Roy. Conor McGregor is currently back in camp, training for his upcoming trilogy against fellow lightweight contender Dustin Poirier. [17] The statue was publicly unveiled at a ceremony on the bridge on 16 September 2017.[18]. For the next 200 years The Clan Gregor endured this persecution. [2] Though there is little evidence to support this tradition,[2] it is supported by the Scottish historian, William Skene. William Wordsworth wrote a poem called "Rob Roy's Grave", during a visit to Scotland (the 1803 tour was documented by his sister Dorothy in Recollections of a Tour Made in Scotland). He married Mary Helen MacGregor of Comer in January 1693, in Inversnaid, Stirlingshire, Scotland. James Graham, 1st duke of Montrose, succeeded in entangling him in debt, and by 1712 Rob was ruined. Please logout and login again. [2], Rob Roy MacGregor was born in 1671, a younger son of MacGregor of Glengyle. 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". If so, login to add it. 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. This article was most recently revised and updated by, https://www.britannica.com/biography/Rob-Roy, Historic UK - Biography of Rob Roy MacGregory, National Library of Scotland - Biography of Rob Roy, Undiscovered Scotland - Biography of Rob Roy MacGregor, Rob Roy - Student Encyclopedia (Ages 11 and up). In 1878, the football club Kirkintilloch Rob Roy was founded and named in his memory. The Duke of Montrose acquired the property in 1720 by open purchase from the Commissioners of Enquiry. Have you taken a DNA test? Familypedia is a FANDOM Lifestyle Community. Thereafter he waged his own private blood feud with the Duke of Montrose and and later became a folk hero, thanks in part to the book written about him by Sir Walter Scott. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. Surprisingly enough, Conor McGregor shares this genetic link with America's most famous reality television star, Kim Kardashian. Yes, and no. Although victorious in initial battles, "Bonnie Dundee" was killed in 1689, deflating the rebellion. Rob Roy became a well-known and respected cattleman this was a time when cattle rustling and selling protection against theft was a commonplace means of earning a living. 1 . He is buried in Balquhidder churchyard. Glengyle House, on the shore of Loch Katrine, dates back to the early 18th century, with a porch dated to 1707, and is built on the site of the 17th century stone cottage where Rob Roy is said to have been born. They were to have 4 sons James (Mor) the tall, Ranald, Coll, and Robert known as Robin (Oig) or young Rob. [13] His Gaelic designation is An t-Ailpeanach,[14] a name which bears testimony to the clan's traditional descent from Siol Alpin. He later met his cousin Mary Helen MacGregor of Comar, who was born at Leny Farm, Strathyre, and they were married in Glenarklet in January 1693. Rob Roy was Robert Roy MacGregor, and the novel of that name is an account of the adventures of that famous Borderer. Rob continued his exploits against Montrose until 1722, when Argyll brought about a reconciliation. [2] Murray was in fact a MacGregor who was descended from Duncan MacGregor of Ardchoille, who had died in 1552. Welcome to the family https://t.co/GZ0orgOJiW. The Clan is also known to have been among the first families of Scotland to begin playing the bagpipes in the early 17th century. Rob Roy was born at Glengyle, at the head of Loch Katrine, as proved by the Baptismal Register of Buchanan Parish. After his principal creditor, James Graham, 1st Duke of Montrose, seized his lands, Rob Roy waged a private blood feud against the duke until 1722, when he was forced to surrender. Following his annus horribilis of 1712, Rob Roy was accused of fraudulent bankruptcy and in 1715 he was to be found trailing in the wake of the rebel army of the deposed Stuarts at Sheriffmuir, waiting patiently for any booty that he could lay his hands on. (That place is still known as "the hill of the wild dog"), 1650 - In the unsuccessful rising of Glencairn, the forces of, 1658 - The Privy Council authorized the MacGregors of Glengyle to protect the cattle of the Lennox, appointing their, 1661 - When the Great Civil War broke out, Clan Gregor forgave the. [3], The Clan Gregor held lands in Glen Orchy, Glenlochy and Glenstrae. Now 22 Rob was to marry Helen MacGregor of Comar, born at Leny Farm, Strathyre on January 1693 at Glenarklet. (Rob Roy's paternal grand father was an original settler. Should not the time line included in this profile be made into a linked Free Space Profile page which can be linked to many profiles, not just Rob Roy's? Sheila Lipson-Norton 12/04/03. Copyright 2023 The American Clan Gregor Society | WP Admin | Webmail | Contact Webmaster. The Rob Roy Way, a long distance footpath from Drymen to Pitlochry, was created in 2002 and named in Rob Roy's honour. I have added a maintenance category to this profile; it needs a review and updating to bring it up to current project standards. Most critically, it needs inline citations and a check to make sure none of the bio has been cut and paste. 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. Descendants of Rob Roy MacGregor This site details my own personal descendancy from Rob Roy MacGregor through his son Ranald. He was an 18th century soldier and cattleman, who was branded an outlaw when he defaulted on a debt. A man who wasn't averse to blackmail and whose notoriety made him the subject of several films and movies. [2] His son was Sir Evan, who played a part in the visit of George IV to Scotland in 1822, where he and his clansmen were given the tremendous honour of guarding the Honours of Scotland, better known as the Scottish Regalia and the oldest set of crown jewels in the British Isles.[2]. There are NO living direct male descendants of Rob Roy MacGregor. They had the following children: The signet was a bloodstone from Loch Lomond, and was sketched by William Williams. [2] As a result, the Clan Gregor was scattered, with many taking other names such as Murray or Grant. The society states that people who bear the following surnames, or who descend from a woman with one of the following surnames, is eligible for membership. [1], In January 1693, at Corrie Arklet farm near Inversnaid, he married Mary MacGregor of Comar (16711745), who was born at Leny Farm, Strathyre. Clan Gregor or Clan MacGregor is a Highland Scottish clan dating back to the early 800s. @ProperWhiskey pic.twitter.com/ueasUPfEK8. 121124. Robs father was taken to jail, where he was held on treason charges for two years. Rob Roy, byname of Robert MacGregor, (baptized March 7, 1671, Buchanan, Stirlingshire, Scotlanddied December 28, 1734, Balquhidder, Perthshire), noted Highland outlaw whose reputation as a Scottish Robin Hood was exaggerated in Sir Walter Scotts novel Rob Roy (1818) and in some passages in the poems of William Wordsworth. His parents were the local Clan MacGregor Tacksman, Donald Glas MacGregor, and Margaret Campbell. Descendants of Rob Roy settled around McGregor, Iowa, United States, and in 1849 it was reported that the original MacGregor seal and signet was owned by Alex McGregor of Iowa. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. discoveries. MacGregor scalps were proclaimed legal tender. 0 Robert (Rob Roy) MCGREGOR b:1671 d:1734. The Gregor chief never returned to his former spirit or health. 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. Robert "Rob Roy" MacGregor was a famous Scottish folk hero and outlaw of the early 18th century, who is sometimes known as the Scottish Robin Hood. Rob Roy only used this house occasionally for the next three or four years. A cousin, Duncan, was later adopted. We merge duplicates because we only have one profile per person. Rob Roy is anglicised from the Scottish Gaelic Raibeart Ruadh, or Red Robert. Along with many Highland clansmen, at the age of eighteen Rob Roy MacGregor together with his father joined the Jacobite rising of 1689 led by John Graham, 1st Viscount Dundee and Sir Ewen Cameron of Lochiel, to support the Stuart King James VII, whose flight from Britain had been declared by Parliament to be an abdication, following the Glorious Revolution of 1688. At the age of 18, Rob Roy joined the Jacobite uprising along with his father, who was subsequently jailed for treason. Many Clan leaders were executed. They also adopted a cousin - Duncan. The Rob Roy Way, a long distance footpath from Drymen to Pitlochry, was created in 2002 and named in Rob Roy's honour. Connect to the World Family Tree to find out, July 3 1671 - Glengyle, Loch Katrine, Scotland, Dec 28 1734 - Inverlochlarig Beg, Balquhidder, Scotland, Lt-Col. Donald Glas MacGregor Stewart, Margaret Campbell, Duncan McGregor, Ranald MacGregor, James Mohr MacGregor Drummond, Coll MacGregor Campbell, Robert Oig Robin MacGregor, Margaret MacGregor, Duncan MacGregor, John MacGregor 6th of Glengyle, Sarah MacGregor, Mar 7 1671 - Macgregor Castle, Glengyle, Trossachs, Loch Katrine, Scotland, Dec 28 1734 - Inverlochlarig Beag, Glen Of Balqhuidder, Lochearnhead, Scotland, Dec 28 1734 - Inverlochlarig, Balquhidder, Perthshire, Scotland, Lt Col. Donald Glas MACGREGOR IN GLENGYLE, Margaret CAMPBELL, James Mor Drummond MACGREGOR, Ranald MACGREGOR, Robert Robin Oig MACGREGOR, Coll Campbell MACGREGOR, Duncan Adopted MACGREGOR, Sarah MACGREGOR, Iain MACGREGOR, Maraget MACGREGOR, Duncan MACGREGOR, John Mc Connel MACGREGOR, Mar 7 1671 - Balquhidder, Stirling, Ecosse, Royaume-Uni, Dec 28 1734 - Balquhidder, Stirling, Ecosse, Royaume-Uni, Robert Oig MC GREGOR, Coll MC GREGOR, Ranald MC GREGOR, James Mor MC GREGOR, Mar 7 1671 - Inverlochlarig, Balquhidder, Perthshire, Scotland, Coll MC GREGOR, Duncan MC GREGOR, James Mohr MC GREGOR, Robert Oig MC GREGOR, Ranald MC GREGOR, Feb 1 1671 - Buchanan, Stirlingshire, Scotland, Dec 28 1734 - Buchanan, Stirlingshire, Scotland, Connel Glas MacGregor, Duncan MacGregor, Iain (John) McGregor, Margaret Leckie (born MacGregor), Duncan MacGregor, Robert (Rob Roy) McGregor, Mar 7 1671 - Glengyle, Callander, Perth, Scotland, Dec 28 1734 - Balquhidder, Perth, Scotland, Dec 28 1734 - Balquhidder, United Kingdom, Mar 7 1671 - Glengyle, Stirlingshire, Scotland, Dec 28 1734 - Balquhidder, Stirlingshire, Scotland, Glengyle, Campbeltown, Argyll and Bute, Scotland (United Kingdom), Buchanan, Stirling, Scotland (United Kingdom), Killin, Perthshire, Scotland, United Kingdom, Balquhidder, Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom, Perth, Perth and Kinross, Scotland, United Kingdom, Govan, Glasgow City, Scotland, United Kingdom, Notable Scots in Scotland and Throughout the World, Lt. Col. James Roy Mohr Drummond MacGregor, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Glen_Shiel, http://www.heartoscotland.com/Categories/RobRoyMacGregor.htm, http://hal_macgregor.tripod.com/gregor/tree.html, Birth of Lt. Col. James Roy Mohr Drummond MacGregor, "Red MacGregor", "the Scottish Robin Hood", "Raibeart Ruadh", "Rob Roy", Balquhidder Church Cemetery, Stirling, Scotland. I've been looking for descendants of Rob Roy so I'm glad I found this. "Mac Gregor of Mac Gregor, Chief of Clan Gregor", "Buffalo Plaid's 100-year old Mysteries Finally Solved", A Gardener's Handbook of Plant Names: Their Meanings and Origins, "Greigia Regel, Index Seminum (LE, Petropolitanus) 1864(Suppl. Families were divided and children sent to other clans or Ireland. [9] Despite the savage treatment of the MacGregors, they had nevertheless fought for the king during the Scottish Civil War. [26], The following names are traditional aliases of MacGregor with little documented evidence. 1563 - Mary, Queen of Scots, through two acts of the Privy council, gave supreme authority to Sir John Campbell of Glenorchy to pursue the MacGregors with fire and sword. The Clan is also known to have been among the first families of Scotland to begin playing the bagpipes in the early 17th century. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website. Major children and living persons must directly contact the. Faces of European History: Fact or Fiction? This fact was unearthed by Williams after it was realized that Kourtney Kardashian had named her daughter in honor of her mother's Scottish ancestry. A subtle dialog seemed to sum up the whole picture. After his principal creditor, James Graham, 1st Duke of Montrose seized his lands, Rob Roy waged a private blood feud against the duke until 1722, when he was forced to surrender. The Scots Gaelic clan seal was inscribed, "S' Rioghal Mo Dhream " ("Royal is my race"). [26], The following names are documented aliases of MacGregor from the proscription. [2], The barony of Loch Awe which included much of the MacGregor lands was granted to the chief of Clan Campbell by Robert the Bruce. At present we have only seven profiles to present. Another, less romantic version of this series of events states that Rob Roy's estate of Craigrostan and Ardess were forfeited for his part in the rebellion of 1715. The signet was a bloodstone from Loch Lomond, and was sketched by William Williams. [2] They were hunted like animals and flushed out of the heather by bloodhounds.[2]. Hi, . These cookies do not store any personal information. 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 By the time Donald was finally released, his wife was dead, and his reason for living also gone. 1604 - After 200 years of outlawry and the Battle of Glen Fruin (where an outnumbered force of MacGregors annihilated a government-sponsored raiding party of, Early 1600's - The Clan was nearly destroyed. d: 1735 -- -- +Margaret CAMPBELL b: c 1698 Kerletter -- ----- 2 Gregor MCGREGOR b: 1715 In 1711, wanting to expand his cattle trade, Rob borrowed the sum of 1,000 from James Graham, 1st Duke of Montrose with whom he had been doing business for some 10 years. Argyle, who we assume knew that Rob was a Jacobite sympathiser, was prepared to turn a blind eye as Rob wreaked his revenge on Montrose by raiding his lands. Adaptations of his story have also been told in film, including Rob Roy, a 1953 film from Walt Disney Productions, and the 1995 Rob Roy directed by Michael Caton-Jones and starring Liam Neeson. Rob Roy was born in the Kingdom of Scotland at Glengyle, at the head of Loch Katrine, as recorded in the baptismal register of Buchanan, Stirling. Brother of Margaret McGregor of Glengyle; Iain McConnell McGregor, 6th of Glengyle; Sarah MacGregor; Duncan MacGregor and Annie MacGregor, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Roy_MacGregor. 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. ): 13 (1865)", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Clan_Gregor&oldid=1138427045, Macaldowie || Macara ||Macaree || MacChoiter, This page was last edited on 9 February 2023, at 16:50. [2] Rob Roy was undoubtedly a thorn in the flesh of the government until he died in 1734. [2] In one such raid on Dumbarton, the town was put into panic and Dumbarton Castle was forced to open fire with its cannon. He died in 1735. The Battle of Sherifmuir in 1715 saw Rob with mixed allegiances as the Duke of Argyle took the government side against the Jacobites and he was forced to miss the battle. Ranald married (1) Jean MacGregor daughter of Gregor "Ghlun Dhu" of Glengyle MacGregor and Mary daur of Hamilton of Bardowie in 1733. Men were killed while women and children were sold into slavery in the New World. William Williams (1920) Major William Williams' Journal of a Trip to Iowa in 1849. [6] Colquhoun assembled a force of five hundred foot and three hundred horse and advanced to Glen Fruin to repel the Highland raiders. Although victorious in initial battles, "Bonnie Dundee" was killed and their fortunes fell. Now 22 Rob was to marry Helen MacGregor of Comar, born at Leny Farm, Strathyre on January 1693 at Glenarklet. I do know that my Aunt has put our family tree up on ancestry.com but I have not yet seen it for myself. Even so he became a marked man with High Treason charges over his head and spent the next 10 years a hunted man. [4] It is possible that the eponymous Gregor from whom the family derives may have been Griogair, son of Dungal, who was allegedly co-ruler of Alba. Death: Immediate Family: Son of Rob Roy MacGregor and Mary Alice Rose MacGregor. L'arbregnalogique Dowling avec plus d'un demi-million de parents,contient des milliers de photos et GeneaStars.Nous sommes touslis! In 1716, MacGregor moved to Glen Shira for a short time and lived under the protection of John Campbell, 2nd Duke of Argyll, also known as Red John of the Battles, "Iain Ruaidh nan Cath". This website uses cookies to improve your experience. On Donalds release from prison his wife Margaret was dead (1691) and Donald was never to return to his former spirit and health and died in 1702. Macleay takes the view that Rob did this out of sorrow for his crimes. 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. Descendants of Rob Roy MacGregor settled around McGregor, Iowa, and in 1849, it was reported that the original MacGregor seal and signet was owned by Alex McGregor of Iowa. [2] Eight hundred and twenty six MacGregors subscribed to a petition declaring General John Murray of Lanrick to be the true chief. Did he get his king-like demeanor from there? Glengyle House, on the shore of Loch Katrine, dates back to the early 18th century, with a porch dated to 1707, and is built on the site of the 17th century stone cottage where Rob Roy is said to have been born. The Rob Roy Way, a long distance footpath from Drymen to Pitlochry, was created in 2002 and named in Rob Roy's honour. ), Many tartans are associated with the name MacGregor. Upon seeing the news about familial relations with the Kardashians, Conor McGregor took to Twitter once again in 2019. During the Jacobite (pro-Stuart) rebellion of 1715, he was distrusted by both sides and plundered each impartially. of Lanrick and Balquhidder, 24th Chief of Clan Gregor. Learn more about who Rob Roy was and his eventful life in this post. Dundee, known by his supporters as Bonnie Dundee, was to meet the Hanoverian army of William of Orange led by General Hugh MacKay at Killiekrankie on the 17th of July 1689. Rob Roy was born at Glengyle, at the head of Loch Katrine, as recorded in the Baptismal Register of Buchanan Parish. Rob then embarked on a career of brigandage, chiefly at the expense of Montrose, whom Rob continued to blame for his downfall and with whom he feuded for years. Famous for the role he played in the Jacobite rising of 1689, Robert Roy MacGregor was known to be a fierce rebel. Adaptations of his story have also been told in film including the 1922 silent film Rob Roy, a 1953 film from Walt Disney Productions Rob Roy, the Highland Rogue and the 1995 Rob Roy directed by Michael Caton-Jones and starring Liam Neeson. Hope you don't mind I cleaned up a little, If this profile is supposed to be "Rob Roy" MacGregor, it should be cleaned up & merged with, Inverlochlarig Beg, Balquhidder, Scotland, Sir James MacGregor, Vicar of Fortingall and Dean of Linsmore, Grand Chief Alasdair MacGregor of Glenstrae, Oliver Cromwell "Lord Protector of England and Scotland", Painting of Rob Roy Dingwall Museum Trust, http://www.thepeerage.com/p47709.htm#i477086, http://www.clanmacfarlanegenealogy.info/genealogy/TNGWebsite/getperson.php?personID=I20032&tree=CC, http://www.glendiscovery.com/glengyle-house.htm, Robert MacGregor was a prominent member of a. A reinforcement under Rob Roy went to his aid, but before it reached him the greater part of his men had given way, and he himself had been severely wounded in the arm.". We are all related!DowlingGeneastars | Facebook. Charlemagne (747-814)/s, Henry II of England (1133-1189)/s, Hugh Capet (c940-996)/s, William I of England (1027-1087)/s, Robert I of Scotland (1274-1329)/s. [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. Later imprisoned, he was finally pardoned in 1727. Conor McGregor displays unrivaled confidence inside the octagon, and his lineage may just explain why. 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. I am working on it. 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. It may be awhile before the project can get to it, though, so if you would like to go ahead and take it on, that would be great! His tales became legendary through Sir Walter Scott's novel, "Rob Roy". Rory MacGregor - lived at Meillan Udrigle, Gruinard Bay > William Macgregor b c 1786, d 1869 (only son) m 1820 Ellen (Helen?) 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. 1977 - 'Clan Gregor' researched and written by Forbes MacGregor, published by The Clan Gregor Society. IMPORTANT PRIVACY NOTICE & DISCLAIMER: YOU HAVE A RESPONSIBILITY TO USE CAUTION WHEN DISTRIBUTING PRIVATE INFORMATION. While the rich and rulers ostracized him as an outlaw, he achieved fame as a rebellious folk hero during his lifetime. Living direct male descendants of Rob Roy was undoubtedly a thorn in the Register. 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