Alexander Murray (knight) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Alexander Murray
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| Lord of Culbin, Newton and Skelbo | |
| Noble family | Murray family |
| Spouse(s) | Eva |
| Issue | John Murdoch |
Sir Alexander Murray was an important Scottish noble who lived a long time ago. He was known as the Lord of Culbin and Newton. Being a "Lord" meant he was a powerful landowner with a high social rank.
Alexander was the oldest son of Richard de Moravia, also known as Richard Murray of Culbin, and Margery de Lascelles.
He was married to a woman named Eva. We don't know who her parents were. After Alexander passed away, Eva married another man named Alexander Comyn of Dunphail.
Alexander Murray had two sons, John and Murdoch.
What Alexander Murray Owned
As the oldest son, Alexander was the heir to his father. This means he was next in line to receive everything his father owned. He inherited several important places, including Skelbo Castle, Culbin, and Newton.
He also received more land from his mother, Marjorie, and his uncle, Duncan Lascelles. Alexander also held land called Wester Beath in Fife, Scotland. Owning land and castles was very important back then. It showed how powerful and wealthy a person was.
