LAMONT CLAN HISTORY
Where did the Lamonts come from ?
The Lamonts are believed to have originated in Ireland, possibly from the O'Neil house, Ulster Kings and have been present in Scotland from the mid twelfth century.
Where are the Lamonts based in Scotland?
The first Lamont landing point was in the Cowal Penninsula on the West Coast of Scotland. Toward Castle is believed to be located on the site of their first settlement in the area. Throughout history this has been the main location for the Clan.
Who is in charge of the Lamont Clan?
The traditional head of a Clan is it's Chief and this "office" is inherited through the male blood line. The first recorded Chief is Sir Laumun in 1235 with the current chief being a Father Peter Noel Lamont of Lamont who lives in Australia.
Listed below are the past and present Chiefs of the Lamont Clan:
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| Robert Lamont of Inveryne |
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| Sir John Lamont of Inveryne |
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| Duncan Lamont of Inveryne |
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| Sir James Lamont of Inveryne |
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| M.P. for Argyllshire 1630/ J.P. - 1623 |
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| M.P. for County of Argyle |
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Dugald Lamont of Stillaig -
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| Archibald Lamont of Lamont |
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| John Henry Lamont of Lamont |
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| Major 9th Lancers, sold Ardlamont in 1894 |
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| Noel Brian Lamont |
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| Father Peter Noel Lamont of Lamont |
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1986
ord. Parish Priest in St. Andrew's Parish, in Marayong, a suburb of Sydney, Australia . |