Tour Scotland very short 4K Spring travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a kilt and Sporran and walking by a Blair Tower on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to a hill in West Fife, Britain, United Kingdom. Alexander de Blair acquired the lands in Fife around 1214 through his marriage to Ela, daughter of Hugh de Nyden. His son, William de Blair, was knighted by King Alexander II and appointed Steward of Fife in 1235. John Blair, born in Fife during the reign of King Alexander III, served as the chaplain and comrade in arms to Sir William Wallace and wrote a chronicle of Wallace's life. Roger de Blair was Knighted by Robert the Bruce after the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314. Sir Bryce de Blair: was a close supporter of Sir William Wallace and executed by the English in 1296 at the Barns of Ayr. Robert Blair, born 1593, died 1666, was a prominent Presbyterian minister and Covenanter during the 17th century religious conflicts. Clan Blair is an ancient Lowland Scottish clan with roots dating back to the early 13th century. Derived from the Gaelic word blàr, meaning field or plain. The tower is a popular landmark for local walkers. Of interest to folks with ancestry, genealogy or Scottish Family Roots in Scotland who may wish to visit one day. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome. The date for astronomical Spring is 20th March, ending on 21st June
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