Clan Colquhoun
🔹 Official Clan Associations
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Clan Colquhoun International Society Dedicated to preserving and promoting the heritage of Clan Colquhoun, this society offers resources, events, and membership opportunities for those interested in the clan’s history and culture.
https://www.clancolquhoun.com/
🔹 Historical Resources
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Clan Colquhoun – Wikipedia Provides a detailed overview of the clan’s origins, history, and significant events.
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Clan History – Clan Colquhoun International Society Explores the early history and origins of the clan, detailing its role in Scottish history and the significance of its members.
https://www.clancolquhoun.com/how/
🔹 Genealogical Resources
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Genealogy – Clan Colquhoun International Society Provides guidance on researching Colquhoun family history, offering resources and assistance for genealogical research.
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Clan Colquhoun Early Genealogy – Plaidwerx Offers insights into the early genealogy and history of Clan Colquhoun.
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Loch Lomond Clans – FamilyTreeDNA A project aimed at using DNA analysis to trace the lineage and connections of individuals with Colquhoun ancestry.
https://www.familytreedna.com/groups/clansof-loch-lomond/about
🔹 Tartans and Symbols
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Clan Crest and Motto The clan’s crest depicts a hart’s head couped Gules, attired Argent, accompanied by the motto “Si je puis” (“If I can”).
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clan_ColquhounScots Connection+4Wikipedia+4Google Sites+4
🔹 Notable Figures
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Sir Humphrey Colquhoun (died 1718) A member of the Scottish Parliament for Dunbartonshire, Sir Humphrey was a strong advocate for Scottish independence and opposed the union with England.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clan_Colquhoun
🔹 Community Engagement
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Clan Colquhoun International Society – Membership Offers opportunities for individuals to join, participate in events, and connect with others of Colquhoun descent.
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Clan Colquhoun Pipe Band One of the oldest pipe bands (outside the military) in the world, promoting Scottish music and culture associated with the clan.
http://www.clancolquhounpipeband.com/Википедия — свободная энциклопедия
Clan Colquhoun is considered a lowland Scottish Clan originating in the Dunbartonshire district of Scotland. The surname Colquhoun was derived from a place-name which evolved from the Gaelic term còil meaning nook or corner. It is believed that the Colquhoun family has held lands in the Loch Lomond area of Scotland since the 12th century. The Colquhouns expanded their holdings and gained a title in 1358 when Robert of Colquhoun married the daughter of the Laird of Luss.
The clan motto is Si Je Puis, which translates into, if I can, and the clan’s crest features a stags head.
The historic seat of the clan is Dunglass Castle in West Dunbartonshire. Dunglass Castle was believed to have been built in the 14th century and was granted to the Colquhoun clan in 1439. The Colquhoun’s abandoned the castle in 1592 after Sir Humphrey Colquhoun fled after a battle with the MacFarlane Clan. The castle has passed through many hands and has been restored several times. In 2013 Historic Scotland declared the remains a protected site and plans were initiated to make the walls and house watertight. The current seat of the clan is Rossdhu Castle. The castle was built some time in the 15th century and was granted to Sir John Colquhoun by King James II in the 17th century. A new house was constructed on the property in 1773 called Rossdhu house and became home of the clan chiefs. The house is now part of the Loch Lomond Golf Club.
The Clan Colquhoun international Society was formed in San Diego, California with the goal to preserve the clan’s history. The clan museum is located in the village of Luss on the shores of Loch Lomond. The museum focuses on the history of the Colquhouns and it’s neighboring clans.
Septs and Dependents – Cowan, Kilpatrick, Kirkpatrick, MacCowan.
