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Story about how John Campbell got his lands in Harris, c1872

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Identifier: Coll-97/CW90/62

Scope and Contents

Story about how John Campbell got his lands in Harris [Na Hearadh]. In the story Campbell stepped in for MacLeod of Dunvegan's son in a duel and killed the opponent. They and MacLeod of Dunvegan rewarded Campbell for his bravery by giving him the lands of Huishinish, Leosavagh, Bunavinsui, Cliasamal and Miavag [Huisinis, Leòsabhal, Bun Abhainn Suidhe, Cliasmol and Miabhaig, all Na Hearadh/Isle of Harris]. MacLeod also made the condition that Campbell should marry, which he did and had five sons, all of whom got different lands in Harris. The story tells what happened to each of the sons, including that the son who was appointed 'pether' [peithire, gamekeeper] at Màraig was the first in a long line of the family to hold that office.

Dates

  • Creation: c1872

Language of Materials

English,Gaelic

Conditions Governing Access

This material is unrestricted.

Extent

From the Series: 72 folios ; 12.7 x 20 cm