Clan Cameron
Official Clan Resources:
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Clan Cameron Association: The official website of the Clan Cameron Association provides extensive information on the clan’s history, news, and events. Clan Cameron Scotlan
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Clan Cameron Association Scotland: The official representative body of the Clan Cameron in Scotland, offering details on membership, events, and clan history. Clan Cameron Scotlan
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Clan Cameron Museum: Located in Achnacarry, Scotland, the museum offers insights into the clan’s heritage and houses various artifacts. clancameronmuseum.co.uk+6clan-cameron.org+6Lindsays+6
Genealogical Resources:
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Clan Cameron Genealogy Centre: Offers resources such as immigration records, ship listings, and other genealogical data pertinent to Clan Cameron descendants. clan-cameron.org
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Clan Cameron DNA Project: A project focusing on genetic genealogy to explore familial connections within the clan. plaidwerx.com
Historical Publications:
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“The Camerons: A History of Clan Cameron” by John Stewart of Ardvorlich: An authoritative book detailing the clan’s history. Wikipedia
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Clan Cameron Archives: A collection of historical articles and documents related to the clan.
Regional Clan Associations:
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Clan Cameron in Australia: Provides information and genealogical resources for Australian descendants of Clan Cameron. Clan Cameron Australia
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Clan Cameron New Zealand: Offers news, events, and resources for Clan Cameron members in New Zealand. clancameronnz.co.nz+2clancameronnz.co.nz+2clancameronnz.co.nz+2
Community Engagement:
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Clan Cameron Facebook Group: A platform for members worldwide to connect, share information, and discuss clan-related topics. Log in or sign up to view
Clan Cameron is a Scottish clan originating in the Western Highlands of Scotland. The clans lands are located in Lochaber. It is believed that the Camerons may have decended from the royal family of Denmark and were instrumental in restoring King Fergus II to the crown of Scotland. The surname Cameron is derived from the Gaelic term Cam-shorn, meaning crooked nose. The chief is known as Cameron of Lochiel or just Lochiel. Donald Dubh, born in the early 15th century is considered to be the first authentic chief of the clan.
The motto of the clan is Aonaibh Ri Cheile, which translates to Let us unite. The clan crest features a sheaf of five arrows circled by a belt.
The historic seat of the clan is Achnacarry Castle located in the Lochaber region of Scotland. The castle was built in the 17th century and was destroyed by British government troops after the Jacobite revolution. A new castle was constructed in 1802 by the Cameron chief. The current chief continues to live in the castle.
After the Jocobite loss at the battle of Culloden the British government seized the Cameron estates. In 1784 the land was returned to the clan, however the highland clearances were in full effect and many Camerons were removed and emigrated abroad.
The Clan Cameron association was formed in the late 19th century and is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of Cameron heritage. The Clan Cameron Museum is located in Achnacarry, Scotland about 15 miles North East of Fort William. The museum features several rooms of exhibits that chronicle the clan’s history.
Septs and Dependents — Chalmers, Clark, Clarkeson, Clerk, MacChlerick, Maclery, MacGillonie, Maclldowie, MacKail, MacMartin, MacOnie, MacPhail, MacSorhe, MacVail, Paul, Sorlie, Taylor.
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