David Carnegie of Colluthie facts for kids

David Carnegie of Colluthie (1559–1598) was a Scottish landowner and a key administrator during the time of King James VI. He helped manage important financial matters for the Scottish government.

Who Was David Carnegie?

His Early Life and Family

David Carnegie was born in 1559. His father was Sir Robert Carnegie of Kinnaird, and his mother was Margaret Guthrie. The family owned lands in different parts of Scotland, including Colluthie, which is near Leuchars. David also had lands at Panbride.

When his older brother, John Carnegie, passed away in 1595, David became the main owner of the family estate at Kinnaird. This made him a very important landowner in Scotland.

Working for the King

David Carnegie was trusted with important jobs in the Scottish government. In December 1593, he was chosen to be part of a special committee. This committee's job was to check how money was spent on royal trips. These trips were made by Anne of Denmark, who was the Queen. The money came from a special payment from England and the Queen's dowry (money she brought into the marriage).

He also worked as an auditor for the Scottish exchequer in 1595. An auditor checks financial records to make sure everything is correct. In 1596, he joined a group called the Octavians. This was a special committee that helped manage the government's money. They were very powerful and helped King James VI with his finances.

Building and Estates

David Carnegie was involved in building projects. He took down an old church in Cookstoun to build a new one at Kinnaird. This shows his influence and commitment to his local area.

In 1583, he also gained ownership of Cruivie Castle. This castle was located in Logie, Fife.

David Carnegie passed away on April 19, 1598.

David Carnegie's Family Life

David Carnegie was married three times. His first wife was Elizabeth Ramsay. She was the heir to lands at Colluthie and Leuchars. His second wife was Euphame Wemyss, who passed away in 1593. His third wife was Janet Henrison.

He had several children, many of whom became important figures themselves:

• David Carnegie of Kinnaird, who later became the first Earl of Southesk.
• John Carnegie, who became the Earl of Northesk.
• Katherine Carnegie, who married John Aytoun of Kinnaldie.
• Elizabeth Carnegie, who married John Inglis.
• Margaret Carnegie, who married William Dundas of Fingask.
• Agnes Carnegie, who married Alexander Falconer. She was the mother of Sir Alexander Falconer, 1st Lord Falconer of Halkerton.
• Euphame Carnegie, who married Robert Graham.