Margaret de Menteith facts for kids
Margaret de Menteith was an important lady from Scotland who lived a long time ago, in the early 1300s. She was the daughter of a powerful Scottish noble, Alexander, Earl of Menteith. Margaret married Sir Alexander de Abernethy, who was a famous knight. He was known for being an opponent of Robert I of Scotland, who was the King of Scots.
Margaret's Life in England
Margaret's life is recorded in old history books. We first learn about her around the years 1311 or 1312. At that time, she was known as "lady Margaret de Abrenythy." She was part of the court of Isabella of France, who was the Queen of England. This means Margaret lived in England for some years.
Margaret stayed in England until at least 1324. In that year, King Edward II of England gave her special permission. This permission allowed her to travel back to Scotland. She wanted to talk with her family and friends there. Her goal was to get back lands and property that belonged to her family in Scotland.
Margaret's Family
Margaret de Menteith and Sir Alexander de Abernethy had two daughters together:
- Margaret de Abernethy, who married a knight named Sir John Stewart. He later became the Earl of Angus.
- Mary de Abernethy, who married two different knights during her life. Her first husband was Sir Andrew de Leslie, and her second was Sir David de Lindsay.
