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| Posted by: Macfive 28-Oct-2006, 05:28 PM |
| Background: The MacIntyres were known as Mac An t-Saoir, meaning the children of the carpenter and came initially from the Hebrides settling in Lorn in the 14th century. It is claimed in an old tradition that the family were formally Macdonald. One day at sea a galley sprung a leak and one of the Macdonalds forced his thumb into the hole and cut it off, thus enabling the boat to reach its destination safely. He was henceforth known as "An t-saoir" and his descendants Macan t-saoir. Whatever the exact origins of the clan they seem to have become established in Glenoe, Argyllshire around 1300, where they became feudal inferiors to the Campbells of Glenorchy. This family were considered the principal branch until 1806 when they were forced to part with their lands and emigrated to America. Variations: MacIntyre, MacCosham, MacIntire, MacIntyre, MacKintyre, MacTear, MacTier, MacTire, Tyre, Wright. More Info: http://heraldry.celticradio.net/search.php?id=114 Discussion of this family is welcomed. |