George Ogilvy, 3rd Lord Banff facts for kids

George Ogilvy was born in Scotland around 1649. He became the third Lord Banff, a special title passed down in his family. When his father passed away in 1668, George inherited family lands called Inchdrewer and Montbray.

George Ogilvy's Life

George Ogilvy became the 3rd Lord Banff when his father died in September 1668. He took over the family lands of Inchdrewer and Montbray. The main family home was Inchdrewer Castle, but he also spent some time living in Ireland.

George was raised as a Roman Catholic. However, in 1705, he decided to change his religion and became a Protestant. This change allowed him to return to the Scottish Parliament. He took his seat in Parliament on October 3, 1706. This was the very last meeting of the Scottish Parliament before a big change.

He strongly supported the Acts of Union 1707. These acts joined Scotland and England to create Great Britain. For his support, he received a small payment of about £11. Some people, like the Earl of Rosebery, later said that George Ogilvy had "sold his country and religion" for a small amount of money.

Mysterious Death

George Ogilvy died in 1713. He was murdered, and his body was found in a fire that destroyed Inchdrewer Castle.

People at the time had different ideas about what happened. Some believed he had been in Ireland, possibly involved in secret plans for the "Pretender" (someone who claimed the throne). It was thought that the people he left in charge of his castle might have stolen his valuable things. Then, they might have killed him when he returned and set his room on fire to hide their crime.

After George Ogilvy's death, his son, also named George, became the 4th Lord Banff in 1713.