A name of Biblical roots deriving from veneration of a mid-fourth to early-fifth century theologian and philosopher, "Austin" features prominently in the historical record.
Sharing a close bond of kinship with Clan Keith, they were frequently found on the battlefield fighting either English invaders or engaged in bitter inter-clan warfare, while in more peaceful times Herbert Austin rose from humble farming stock to become a pioneering vehicle designer and founder in 1905 of the Austin Motor Company.
On a note of infamy, John Austin was the notorious eighteenth-century "footpad", or highwayman, who has the dubious distinction of being the last man hanged at Tyburn, near the present-day site of Marble Arch, London.
The stirring tales of the Austins are recorded here.
Burnett Ancestry Scottish Clan History Booklet, Scottish Gift Family History Gifts Clans of Scotland Mini Book
Originally settled in the Scottish Borders but branching out to become established in the northeast, the Burnetts gained high honours and distinction through a range of endeavours and pursuits. A...
Haldane Ancestry Scottish Clan History Booklet, Scottish Gift Family History Gifts Clans of Scotland Mini Book
With the blood of both Scandinavians and Gaels flowing through their veins, bearers of the Haldane name are heirs to a vibrantly rich heritage. Gaining high honours and distinction, they fought for...
Dunbar Ancestry Scottish Clan History Booklet, Scottish Gift Family History Gifts Clans of Scotland Mini Book
Although those who would come to bear the Dunbar name were originally settled in Northumbria, it is in Scotland that they have stamped an indelible mark on the historical record. Taking their surname...
McKinney Ancestry Scottish Clan History Booklet, Scottish Gift Family History Gifts Clans of Scotland Mini Book
Bearers of a name whose roots hearken back to an ancient Celtic god of fire, as close kinsfolk of other clans the McKinneys shared in both their glorious fortunes and tragic misfortunes. In later...
Logan Ancestry Scottish Clan History Booklet, Scottish Gift Family History Gifts Clans of Scotland Mini Book
Deriving their name from the lands in Ayrshire where they were settled from the earliest times, the Logans played a key role in the struggle for Scotland's freedom and independence. Following the...
Burnett Ancestry Scottish Clan History Booklet, Scottish Gift Family History Gifts Clans of Scotland Mini Book
Originally settled in the Scottish Borders but branching out to become established in the northeast,…
Haldane Ancestry Scottish Clan History Booklet, Scottish Gift Family History Gifts Clans of Scotland Mini Book
With the blood of both Scandinavians and Gaels flowing through their veins, bearers of the Haldane n…
Dunbar Ancestry Scottish Clan History Booklet, Scottish Gift Family History Gifts Clans of Scotland Mini Book
Although those who would come to bear the Dunbar name were originally settled in Northumbria, it is …
McKinney Ancestry Scottish Clan History Booklet, Scottish Gift Family History Gifts Clans of Scotland Mini Book
Bearers of a name whose roots hearken back to an ancient Celtic god of fire, as close kinsfolk of ot…
Logan Ancestry Scottish Clan History Booklet, Scottish Gift Family History Gifts Clans of Scotland Mini Book
Deriving their name from the lands in Ayrshire where they were settled from the earliest times, the …