It may be one of the most common surnames throughout Europe and North America, but those who have borne the name in all its various forms have performed extraordinary deeds throughout the centuries.
• Kinship can be traced back through the mists of time with Highland clans whose legendary exploits are part of Scotland's colourful but bloodstained story, while descendants of these tartan-clad warriors stamped their mark on world affairs.
• The clan's turbulent exploits spanned the prominent and lofty saga of Scotland's history.
