Ian Ogilvy-Grant, 8th Earl of Seafield facts for kids
Ian Charles Ogilvy-Grant, 8th Earl of Seafield (born October 7, 1851 – died March 31, 1884) was a Scottish nobleman. He held the title of the 8th Earl of Seafield. He was also known as the 27th Chief of Clan Grant, a well-known Scottish clan.
His Family and Early Life
Ian Charles was the only child of John Charles Ogilvy-Grant, 7th Earl of Seafield. His mother was the Hon. Caroline Stuart. When he was young, he was called Viscount Reidhaven and Master of Grant.
In 1881, he became the Earl of Seafield. This happened after his father passed away. He also became the Chief of Clan Grant at that time.
The family lived mainly at Cullen House in Cullen. They also used Castle Grant when visiting their lands in Strathspey. Castle Grant was the traditional home of the Clan Grant.
Ian Charles was not married and had no children. In 1882, he made a will. He left his estates to his mother, Lady Caroline. She owned the Seafield and Grant Estates until she died in 1911.
His uncle, James Ogilvy-Grant, 9th Earl of Seafield, inherited his titles. This was because his uncle was the closest male relative. So, the Earl of Seafield title was separated from the family lands for a while. This was possible because Ian Charles's father had changed the legal rules for the estate.
Public Life and Career
Ian Charles went to school at Eton. On December 8, 1869, he joined the army. He became a cornet and sub-lieutenant in the 1st Regiment of Life Guards. He was promoted to lieutenant in October 1871. He left the army in 1877.
When he became an Earl, he gained a seat in the House of Lords. This is part of the British Parliament. He joined the Conservative Party.
Like his father, Ian Charles was an elder in the Church of Scotland. He served for the Parish of Inverallan. He was supposed to attend an important church meeting in 1884. Sadly, he died before he could go.
Remembering Ian Charles
After Ian Charles died, his mother, Lady Seafield, had a goal. She wanted to honor her son and husband. She planned projects that would last a long time.
One of these projects was a church. The Church of Scotland parish church in Grantown-on-Spey is called 'The Seafield Memorial Church'. Lady Caroline built it. It cost £7000. She built it to remember both her husband and her son. The church opened on May 1, 1886.
The 8th Earl of Seafield is buried in the Seafield Mausoleum. This is at Duthil Old Parish Church and Churchyard. It is located near the village of Duthil, Inverness-shire.
