Norman Magnus MacLeod of MacLeod facts for kids
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Norman Magnus MacLeod of MacLeod
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Norman Magnus MacLeod of MacLeod, before 1906.
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| Born | 27 July 1839 |
| Died | 5 November 1929 (aged 90) |
| Title | The 26th Chief of Clan MacLeod |
| Predecessor | Norman MacLeod of MacLeod (father) |
| Successor | Sir Reginald MacLeod of MacLeod (brother) |
| Spouse(s) | Emily Caroline Isham |
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Norman Magnus MacLeod of MacLeod (born July 27, 1839 – died November 5, 1929) was an important leader. He was the 26th Chief of Clan MacLeod, a famous Scottish family.
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A Life of Leadership
Norman Magnus MacLeod was born on July 27, 1839. He was the oldest son of Norman MacLeod of MacLeod, who was the 25th Chief. His mother was Louisa Barbara St John.
Early Life and Military Service
Norman went to school at Harrow. In 1858, when he was 19, he joined the army. He became an officer in the 74th Highlanders. He immediately went to India with his regiment.
From 1862 to 1865, he worked as an aide de camp for General Sir Hope Grant. This general was the Commander in Chief in the Presidency of Madras, a part of India. Norman left the 74th Highlanders as a Captain in 1872.
Serving in South Africa
In 1878, Norman took on a new role. He was appointed as a political agent near the Transvaal border. This happened when the Zulu War was starting.
In 1879, he led an army of 8,000 Swazi soldiers. They were joined by British officers. This army fought against the Pedis. The Swazi army, led by Norman, won a big victory at the Battle of Wulu.
Becoming Clan Chief
Norman returned home in 1880. In 1885, he became the 26th Chief of MacLeod after his father passed away. This meant he was the leader of the MacLeod clan.
In 1910, Norman approved a special design for the MacLeod clan. It was a tartan pattern known as the Macleod hunting tartan. Tartans are traditional Scottish patterns often seen on kilts.
Family Life
In 1881, Norman married Emily Caroline. She was the daughter of Sir Charles Isham. They had two daughters together: Margaret Louisa and Emily Pauline. Norman passed away on November 5, 1929.
Who Led the Clan Next?
Norman did not have any sons. So, after his death, his younger brother, Sir Reginald MacLeod of MacLeod, became the 27th Chief. Sir Reginald also did not have sons. Another brother's only son had died in 1915.
Because there were no immediate male heirs, Sir Reginald was succeeded by his oldest daughter. Her name was Dame Flora MacLeod of MacLeod (1878–1976). She became the 28th Chief of MacLeod. She was very special because she was the first female chief of the clan!
