This site is for everyone researching their family history ties in moffat county. Best sellers in this tartan the balmoral kilt, traditional 8 yard kilt from. The moffat family tartan is a very modern tartan, created by major francis moffat of that ilk, after being recognised as the chief of. It breaks this seemingly monumental task into small, manageable pieces and then reconstructs it into a complete, publishable document. Crest middle crest bottom home about gatherings genealogy. Each scottish clan typically has a number of septs, each with its own surname. The story of the highland clans of scotland is famous, the names celebrated, and the deeds heroic. Of local origin from the town of moffat in annandale, dumfriesshire. Another 110 words 8 lines of text covering the years 1296, 48, 1467, 1553, 1604, 1553, 1604, 1795, 1883, 1815 and 1870 are included under the topic early moffat history in all our pdf extended history products and printed products wherever. It was originally founded as the moffat colonial dna project with a focus on early american moffat dna lines. Welcome to the moffat county, colorado genweb project. The moffat church was the first building constructed in moffat in 1910.
Moffat proudly turned out young ranchers who attended the moffat consolidated schools. Because males inherit the ychromosome from their fathers, the dna acts like a surname, passing from father to son and allowing for the reconstruction of family lines. My family tree 64bit family tree builder family tree legends free genogram maker simple. Buying moffat technology and using oem parts ensures that the same quality of component is in place one that matches the characteristics used when designing, testing, evaluating and. Dictionary of american family names 20, oxford university press. Early notables of the moffatt family pre 1700 notable amongst the family at this time was thomas muffet also moufet, mouffet, or moffet 15531604, an english naturalist and physician, best known for his puritan beliefs, his study of insects in regard to medicine. The moffat clan motto is spero meliora which means i hope for better things. Personal historian is unique software that helps you write the story of your life and of other individuals. John miller moffat 1843ca 1885, marine engineer living in latvia, married charlotte woollette back 18471939. Alistair moffat traces the history of the clans from their celtic origins to the coming of the romans.
Recent updates 9 march 2020 an update to the clan moffat uk database. The following surnames are historically related and may also wear these tartans. The writer would be interested in other railway information about beattock and moffat stations. The mills at moffat and langholm still survive, although their main output is demonstration materials. Check out house of names to investigate the origins of the moffat surname or get a copy of the moffat family crest a great gift idea. Maffit, meffat, meffet, moffatt, moffet, moffett, moffit, moffitt, moffot, muffet. Maffat maffatt maffet maffett maffit maffitt moffat moffatt moffet moffett.
Moffat spare parts over the life of any product its expected that things will and do go wrong. Search 848 then share your genealogy and compare dna to grow an accurate global family tree thats free forever. Apr 30, 2010 a compelling and beautifully illustrated history of scottish clans and their leaders. In clan maps of the border region, land in the scottish west march associated with clan moffat is generally dwarfed by other clans. Discover the meaning of the moffatt name on ancestry. In april 1992, the chieftainship passed to his daughter, jean moffat of that ilk. Walter ker moffat 18931946, married rose ann depledge 18951984, who lived in sheffield, and their family. Because clan moffat had never merged with other clans it. Members of the clan at the gathering in edinburgh in 2009. Allan moffat, born 1939 canadianaustralian racing driver. The origin of the name itself is thought to be norse. This project differed from the clan moffat dna project by assigning project members to historic british population. Modern software makes the process fairly easy and automatic. Moffat s reputation for delivering innovative design, reliable and efficient products to the foodservice industry have been well earned over the years.
It is said that the original bricks were ordered from sears roebuck by. Search through hundreds and even thousands of moffat family trees and other surname family. The clan johnstone then went on to burn the building with the most important members of the moffat family inside and slaughtered anyone who tried to escape. Overwhelmed with the thought of writing a personal history. This web page shows only a small excerpt of our moffatt research. Moffat then downsized and became an agricultural town. A group for people interested in all things moffat particularly members of the clan moffat society and those. Over the years the clan moffat society has been in existence, many members have contributed their genealogy to a file maintained by the clan moffat society genealogist. Aug 27, 2019 27 november 2016 moffatana has gone digital. Moffat clan crest, spero meliora motto, family history. Moffat clan tattoos the moffats are an ancient borders family who were influential and powerful as far back as the time of sir william wallace. This form is in adobe acrobat format and requires the free acrobat reader software to view and print the form. Please feel welcome to browse through these pages to find out more.
If the corrections are few and minor, just include the details in the email to me. Clan moffat is a lowland scottish clan of ancient origin. The moffats are an ancient borders family who look to their history as far back as william wallace. The most comprehensive and easytouse genealogy family history software you can buy. Buying moffat technology and using oem parts ensures that the same quality of component is in place one that matches the characteristics used when designing, testing, evaluating and approving the original technology. This site is yours and it is only as good as you make it. In 1891 there were 347 moffat families living in cumberland. In 1840 there were 15 moffat families living in new york. Moffats wide, treelined high street retains many of its original characteristics and the town has strong connections with both the moffat and johnstone clans. Moffat family tree info here you will find some of the best resources from the web to research or create a family tree. Robert moffat 19091987, fishmonger, warehouse manager and his wife margaret reston clark 19162002. Moffat electric range repair, history, components, parts. Indeed, the area associated with clan moffat is so small that it can easily be overlooked. In april 1992, the chieftainship passed to his daughter, jean.
Id be interested in adding whatever you want to provide to the clan moffat society database. Then in 1983, after many years of research, francis moffat was granted the undifferenced arms of moffat of that ilk, and recognised as the hereditary chief of the clan by lord lyon king of arms. A moffat history webpublished by states although there were moffats in moffat before 0, the names of the earliest lairds are not known. Feel free to offer suggestions and submit genealogical material for posting here. Early history the moffats were in dumfriesshire by the late 1100s.
The moffat family, being very small and of questionable heritage, gained legitimacy and protection. The best free genealogy software app downloads for windows. Alternative spellings of moffat which can be found include moffatt, moffett, meffatt, and meffet. Moffat is an attractive town, a coaching stop and a conservation area with a rich heritage and history and a thriving cultural and creative scene. The project was expanded in 2007 to include all variants of the moffat surname and was renamed the moffat dna project. Moffat town website, scotland history industry and the. The best way is if you have a genealogy software on your computer that can. Another 110 words 8 lines of text covering the years 1296, 48, 1467, 1553, 1604, 1553, 1604, 1795, 1883, 1815 and 1870 are included under the topic early moffatt history in all our pdf extended history products and printed products wherever possible.
The most moffat families were found in and scotland in 1841and scotland in 1851and scotland in 1861and scotland in 1871and scotland in 1881and scotland in 1891and scotland in 1901. Moffat was a parish located in the former county of dumfriesshire. Moffat county, cogenweb project this site is up for adoption contact co state coordinator to adopt. The feud accumulated in 1557 with murder of the clan moffat chief, robert moffat. Eskdalemuir, kirkpatrickjuxta and wamphray in dumfriesshire. Some of the moffat family moved to ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt. Much has been written about moffat over the years and two books in particular give an interesting insight into how moffat became the popular tourist town it is today. If you are a member of the clan moffat society, and we have an email address for you, you will have received an email with the details of how you can download and view the latest issue of moffatana for 2016. All known clan badges are produced in sterling silver. Much has been written about moffat over the years and two books in particular give an interesting insight into how moffat. The devils beef tub near moffat was used by the members of clan moffat and later the members of clan johnstone to hoard cattle stolen in predatory raids. If you are a clan moffat society member and your information here is either incorrect or incomplete, please send additions and corrections to me. The town is held to be the ancestral seat of clan moffat. One of the first things your third cousin emma is going to do when she sees your family history book is flip to the page where you list her and her family.
Another 70 words 5 lines of text about their life in ireland is included in all our pdf extended history products and printed products wherever possible. For those not obviously scotosaxon, he looked for a celtic equivalent. No matter what the spelling, we are all part of the same strong and noble clan with a rich history. For example, the moffat family sept was absorbed into the clan campmoffat. It is likely that the ancestor of the moffats gave their name to the town of moffat in dumfriesshire. The clan moffat are a family from the scottish borders who were powerful and influential as far back as the time of william wallace. Over the life of any product its expected that things will and do go wrong. Both county and parish ceased to exist following the local government scotland act 1974.
We offer free genealogy resources for you to find information about your. The moffat family name was found in the usa, the uk, canada, and scotland between 1840 and 1920. Help emma and future family historians along with a table of contents and an index. A compelling and beautifully illustrated history of scottish clans and. Search 1,262 then share your genealogy and compare dna to grow an accurate global family tree thats free forever. The ancestor of the moffats most likely gave their name to the town of moffat in dumfriesshire. Moffat transitioned to cattle ranching, and hay production.
Unique or rare clan badges are custom made at the same price. Moffat or moffatt is a surname, of scottish origin see clan moffat. The moffats were in dumfriesshire by the late 1100s. These histories contain links to other sources of useful information including clan family web sites. The moffat family name was found in the usa, the uk, canada, and scotland. Your proud scottish clan heritage can be displayed by wearing this large scottish clan crest sterling silver badge. Tweedsmuir in peeblesshire, and crawford in lanarkshire. This is a survival of the period when there were many waterpowered spinning and weaving mills in southwest scotland. Apr 19, 2012 part of what you describe is on the clan moffat society site the first marriage of david moffat to elizabeth knox, but not the second marriage.
The highland clans of scotland are famous, the names celebrated, and the deeds heroic. Moffit electric range repairs discussed here include a question about use of asbestos insulation in a 1950s moffat electric range and oven, repairs to a broken moffat oven door, and wiring diagrams for the. Here are histories of a large number of clans and families who have been significant in the making of scotland. Recent history from at least the mid sixteenth century the clan was without a chief.
Moffat designs, develops, manufactures and markets a comprehensive range of food service equipment with an extensive range of reputable brands. Having clung to ancient traditions of family, loyalty, and valor for centuries, the clans met the beginning of their end at the fateful battle at culloden in 1746. The clan was leaderless and obscure from the mid 16th century until 1983, when francis moffat of that ilk was recognised as the hereditary chief of the clan by lord lyon king of arms. A sheep farming town in years gone by, this history is depicted by the ram statue on the high street. The origin of the name of moffat is unclear and there are several theories surrounding where the name came from. The town has been famous for its past connections with border reivers and the wool trade. This web page shows only a small excerpt of our moffat research.
They are also likely to have given their name to the town of moffat in dumfrieshire. George chalmers, in his great study caledonia, published in 18071824, divided scottish placenames into those deriving from scotosaxon, and those derived from gaelic. Having clung to ancient traditions of family, loyalty, and valor for centuries, the clans met the beginning of their end at the fateful battle of culloden in 1746. An ancient border family who gave their name to the town of moffat. Personal historian personal and family history writing. Shop moffat plaid fabric, clothing and accessories and discover their history. The moffats are an ancient borders family who were influential and powerful as far back as the time of sir william wallace. Part of what you describe is on the clan moffat society site the first marriage of david moffat to elizabeth knox, but not the second marriage.
Find your familys average life expectancy, most common occupation, and more. Having clung to ancient traditions of family, loyalty, and valor. While youre here, youll want to call in to the newly refurbished moffat museum and find out more about the fascinating story of our town. In one blow the powerful clan moffat was almost wiped out.
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