Spelling was not standardized until later in the nineteen century, even the part of the original clan name (MacGilleEathain) used varies. For example: MacGill, Gillean are examples of "maclean" and they are not the only examples.
Some very good information on the MacLean clan. Some of what was revealed here explains a lot about a certain person's reactions to certain attitudes expressed by others.
The McLeans also fell upon bad times economicly, when they were forbidden to be "swords for hire" or mercenaries any more. They had relied upon this practice for a long time to bloster their economy. In turn, the McLeans, as did many other clans, were forced to borrow money from the Campbells to continue. But their loans were soon called in and many McLeans lost their ancestral lands.
The Macleans and the McClains have the same origin, there was an inter clan struggle and many skirmishes between them. From what I've read, the McClains usually bested the Macleans
Went to duart castle, in the summer, beautiful, inspiring, and emotional, paid my respects to all my fallen brothers at the cemetery, proud to be a McLean
Hello, I am a McLain. My 4th great great grandfather was born in Luss, Dunbartonshire, Scotland 1745. His son, Allen McLain was born in 1775 at Soclpaig, N. Unist. Scotland. I believe we were decnded from the MacLaine clan of Loucbie. .
The story regarding the origin of the battle axe between cypress and Laurel symbolism deriving from an old chief found between Laurel and cypress bushes is likely a form of obfuscation. In olden times many people were illiterate, and, symbols were used to express ideas. In the case of the Maclean symbol, the true meaning can be derived from the elements used. The Laurel is the ancient symbol of victory, The Cypress was the symbolic wood used for funeral pyres, the battle axe is the symbol of war. The badge would have been understood clearly by all who wore it, it means: "Victory or Death".
Norse Gaels, defiantly part of the Norse-Gael kingdom of the Isles. Duart castle was built after this period though. This video is a little messed up when it comes to its early time frame.
@@tylerl6061 besides according to my DNA results I only have about 1% Norse DNA. That also comes from my mother's side. While my father's mother is the daughter of one James McClain.
@@Getorix Interesting, Just finished reading Saxons, Vikings and Celts by Bryan Sykes. What I got from the book is that there is very little Norse DNA among people of the British Isles usually between 1-3% depending on the region. More in the western isles, Orkneys and Shetland. Seems like the people of the British Isles are very much Celtic even after the Saxon, Viking and Norman conquests. At least that's what I got from the book, the Celtic traits remain the most dominant in the British people. My DNA is more than 50% Scandinavian but my fathers side is Swedish.
@@tylerl6061 I think it has to do with the term norse-gael itself. From what I can gather it really means the people of ulster who was lead under the Norseman Somerled. Not that we were actually Norseman ourselves or the offspring of them. We called ourselves gallowglass as well, which in Gaelic means "foreign gael." And I speculate they mean the same thing. As gallowglass were just what we called our mercenaries or warriors who worked for foreigners.
My mother was a McLean, my father a Kerr. I am extremely lucky to call them my clan. Proud people.
My mum is also a Mac Lean. Went last year to Coll and Mull.
fantastic experience
My grandmothers side hails from McLean
Hello from Saint Louis Missouri from the McLain's. Spelled different but still part of the clan.
I guess I'm part of the clan tew. From Oklahoma ✌🏾
Spelling was not standardized until later in the nineteen century, even the part of the original clan name (MacGilleEathain) used varies. For example: MacGill, Gillean are examples of "maclean" and they are not the only examples.
I’m a MacLean from the house of Coll non cadet branch of MacLeans of Grishipol!
Hello cousins, lots of love from Michigan, USA! 🏴🇺🇸
Hello from clan MacLean.
That makes us kin. Sent from Canada
'Sup from sept Rankin.
Some very good information on the MacLean clan. Some of what was revealed here explains a lot about a certain person's reactions to certain attitudes expressed by others.
Virtue Mine Honor. Proud to be a McLean.
The McLeans also fell upon bad times economicly, when they were forbidden to be "swords for hire" or mercenaries any more. They had relied upon this practice for a long time to bloster their economy.
In turn, the McLeans, as did many other clans, were forced to borrow money from the Campbells to continue. But their loans were soon called in and many McLeans lost their ancestral lands.
I’m a Campbell, even part of the DNA project for them and you should get your Y DNA tested to see your true roots
My name is Maclean apparently I'm descended from the highland Scottish clan Maclean this is very interesting!
yr peeps are hardcore!! lol
The Macleans and the McClains have the same origin, there was an inter clan struggle and many skirmishes between them. From what I've read, the McClains usually bested the Macleans
@@SilenceDoGood4th he didn't mention the McClains
if your name is Maclean it's highly likely you descend from the Macleans 😁
Went to duart castle, in the summer, beautiful, inspiring, and emotional, paid my respects to all my fallen brothers at the cemetery, proud to be a McLean
My Paternal Grandmother was a Maclean. RIP, Anita Elizabeth Maclean.
Hello from Chile! i'm a proud Maclean. My dream is to visit duart castle and give my respects to our clan
Hello, I am a McLain. My 4th great great grandfather was born in Luss, Dunbartonshire, Scotland 1745. His son, Allen McLain was born in 1775 at Soclpaig, N. Unist. Scotland. I believe we were decnded from the MacLaine clan of
Loucbie.
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Long live Clan MacLean and long live Scotland !!!
From Florida hello McLean
my mom is a maclean her dad was garfeild maclean he died at age 94
where i found info's about Clan Anderson?
My grandad told me when I was a kid, " never trust a Campbell." Some grudges die hard.
How many different spellings of my name, Maclean, are included in this thing? McLean, and Maclean???
I'm a decented of the McClain family
The story regarding the origin of the battle axe between cypress and Laurel symbolism deriving from an old chief found between Laurel and cypress bushes is likely a form of obfuscation.
In olden times many people were illiterate, and, symbols were used to express ideas. In the case of the Maclean symbol, the true meaning can be derived from the elements used. The Laurel is the ancient symbol of victory, The Cypress was the symbolic wood used for funeral pyres, the battle axe is the symbol of war. The badge would have been understood clearly by all who wore it, it means: "Victory or Death".
#Clan McClean all the way
Clan MacLean 💪
Hi. I'm McClean 😊👍
Another for Hector !
Duart castle was not built by the Norse. We are Gaels. Thanks for the video though bud.
Norse Gaels, defiantly part of the Norse-Gael kingdom of the Isles. Duart castle was built after this period though. This video is a little messed up when it comes to its early time frame.
@@tylerl6061 not according to the family tree. Gilleain na tuaighe is not norse gael and neither are his descendants.
@@tylerl6061 besides according to my DNA results I only have about 1% Norse DNA. That also comes from my mother's side. While my father's mother is the daughter of one James McClain.
@@Getorix Interesting, Just finished reading Saxons, Vikings and Celts by Bryan Sykes. What I got from the book is that there is very little Norse DNA among people of the British Isles usually between 1-3% depending on the region. More in the western isles, Orkneys and Shetland. Seems like the people of the British Isles are very much Celtic even after the Saxon, Viking and Norman conquests. At least that's what I got from the book, the Celtic traits remain the most dominant in the British people. My DNA is more than 50% Scandinavian but my fathers side is Swedish.
@@tylerl6061 I think it has to do with the term norse-gael itself. From what I can gather it really means the people of ulster who was lead under the Norseman Somerled. Not that we were actually Norseman ourselves or the offspring of them. We called ourselves gallowglass as well, which in Gaelic means "foreign gael." And I speculate they mean the same thing. As gallowglass were just what we called our mercenaries or warriors who worked for foreigners.
It's Gillean - "guh" sound like "guilt".
Sure is. Mac Gillean
Also a florida McLean and very proud of it.
It mac gilleuen son of the servant of john .mac means son of
💪🏻🇬🇧
They went to Jamaica and earned the money to buy back the land .on the sugar plantations .