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The Scott clan history is that in the middle ages the clan was an important power in the borders, an area rife with banditry and warfare. It claims descent from the sons of a 12th century figure called uchtred filius scoti.
Located on the southern border of Scotland with England, the Scott Clan power was at its height in the 16th century with the Scotts main stronghold was at Branxhold. The Scotts were often caught up in feuding, especially with their neighbors the Kerrs.
Scott surname meaning, Meaning native of Scotland, or literally restless wanderer
Famous Scott Clan Members
- Sir Walter Scott, Novelist
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