Andrew Stewart, 1st Lord Avondale (second creation) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Andrew Stewart |
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| Tenure | c. 1499 – 1513 |
| Predecessor | Alexander Stewart, 1st Lord Avandale (first creation) |
| Successor | Andrew Stewart, 2nd Lord Avondale |
| Spouse(s) | Margaret Kennedy |
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| Andrew Stewart, 2nd Lord Avondale | |
| Father | Alexander Stewart |
| Died | 9 September 1513 Near Branxton, Northumberland, England |
Andrew Stewart, who lived a long time ago and died in 1513, was an important Scottish nobleman. A nobleman was a person of high rank in society, often owning land and having special titles.
He was the son of Alexander Stewart. Andrew inherited the lands of Avondale from his father. His father, Alexander, got these lands from his uncle, also named Lord Avondale. The lands had been taken away from the Earl of Douglas and Avondale in 1455.
The special title of Lord Avondale was given to Andrew Stewart around the year 1499. He died in 1513 during a big battle called the Battle of Flodden. After his death, his son took over his title and lands.
Andrew's Family Life
Lord Avondale married Margaret Kennedy. She was the daughter of John Kennedy, 2nd Lord Kennedy. Andrew and Margaret had several children together.
His Children and Their Lives
- Andrew Stewart, 2nd Lord Avondale: He was the oldest son and took over his father's title. Later, he traded the Avondale title for a new one, becoming the first Lord Ochiltree.
- Henry Stewart, 1st Lord Methven: Henry married Margaret Tudor. She was a very important person, as she was the Queen of Scotland and the sister of the King of England. Henry was her third husband. Her first husband was James IV of Scotland, who was the King.
- Sir James Stewart of Beath: James was the father of James Stewart, 1st Lord Doune. His son, also named James Stewart, later became the Earl of Moray.
- Barbara Stewart: Barbara married two times. First, she married James Sinclair of Sanday. Later, in 1541, she married Roderick MacLeod of Lewis.
- David Stewart: David married Elizabeth Elphinstone. She was the sister of Alexander Elphinstone, 1st Lord Elphinstone.
