ABERCROMBY, John of Glasshaugh, Advocate 1
- Born: About 1618
- Marriage (1): GORDON, Katherine 1
Another name for John was ABERCROMBIE, John of Farskane, Mr.2
User ID: H190.
Research Notes:
GLASSHAUGH HOUSE
"Although the earliest part of this existing (but derelict) mansion appears to date from 1770, it probably lies on or near the site of the earlier 'dwellinghouse of Abercromby of Glassah' which William Ogilvie mentions in 1724. Latterly a residence of the Duffs of Glassaugh and Fetteresso, Glassaugh House was much enlarged in 1840 by Archibald Simpson, the distinguished architect. Perhaps the best-known of all the lairds of Glassaugh was General Abercromby who, in 1758, commanded the British forces at the battle of Ticonderoga. He had earlier served on the staff of the Duke of Cumberland."
from Canmore 3
John married Katherine GORDON, daughter of Sir James GORDON elder fiar of Lesmoir and Helan URQUHART.1 (Katherine GORDON was born about 1620.)
Marriage Notes:
"(3) Katherine (Gordon) ; married John Abercrombie, advocate. On September 26, 1633, her brother, James, granted her and her sister, Anna, £10,000 (Scots ?), payable on their attaining the age of 16. On August 17, 1644, she raised an action against her nephew (James Gordon 5th of Lesmoir), the second baronet, and got her £5000 (Abd. Sheriff Court Records)."
from Lesmoir 1
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