Clan MacLaren is a Highland Scottish clan. The grant of chiefly arms by The Court of the Lord Lyon, was a result of a petition filed by Donald MacLaren, for chiefly arms, in late 1957. Donald was the
An illustration of a 17th century MacLaurin clansman by R. R. McIan from The Clans of the Scottish Highlands published in 1845.
Clan MacLaren Memorial Stone at Culloden
The MacLaren clan crest on the 'old kirk' wall.
Clan Stewart of Appin is the West Highland branch of the Clan Stewart and have been a distinct clan since their establishment in the 15th century. Their Chiefs are descended from Sir James Stewart of
Clan MacLaren
…of his title in 1344 when the MacLarens came under pressure from their more powerful neighbours. In 1468 the Clan MacLaren fought in support of the Clan Stewart of Appin at the Battle of Stalc. The MacLarens also fought alongside the Stewarts of Appin at the Battle of Black Mount in 1497 or 1498. Balquhidder passed into…
Ardveich in Lorn by Bleau 1645
Clan Stewart of Appin regiment marker at the site of the Battle of Culloden
Clan Stewart of Appin grave marker at the site of the Battle of Culloden