Charles Erskine, Earl of Mar facts for kids
Charles Erskine, Earl of Mar (born October 19, 1650 – died May 23, 1689) was an important Scottish nobleman. A nobleman was a person from a high-ranking family, often with special titles and lands. Charles Erskine held the title of Earl of Mar. He was considered the 22nd Earl in one way of counting, and the 5th Earl in another.
A Scottish Leader
Charles Erskine was a significant figure in Scotland during his time. He was known for his role in the military.
What is an Earl?
An Earl is a very old title of nobility in the United Kingdom. It's like a high-ranking leader or lord. Earls often owned large areas of land and had important duties. The title usually passed down through families.
Leading Soldiers
In 1679, Charles Erskine helped create a group of soldiers called the 21st Regiment of Foot. This group later became known as the Royal Scots Fusiliers. He was their very first leader, known as a colonel. A colonel is a high-ranking officer in the army.
His Family Life
On April 2, 1674, Charles Erskine married Mary Maule. She was the daughter of George Maule, who was the 2nd Earl of Panmure. Charles and Mary had a son named John Erskine. When Charles passed away, John took over the title of Earl of Mar.
