Robert Dalzell, 1st Lord Dalzell facts for kids
Robert Dalzell was an important Scottish nobleman who lived a long time ago, from about 1550 to 1636. He was known as Sir Robert Dalzell for many years. Later, King Charles I gave him a special title. On September 18, 1628, he became a Lord of Parliament. This was a very high rank in Scotland.
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Robert Dalzell: A Scottish Nobleman
His Early Life and Family
Robert Dalzell was the son of Robert Dalzell of that Ilk and Janet Hamilton. He grew up in Scotland. On March 28, 1580, he married Margaret Crichton. She was the daughter of Sir Robert Crichton of Cluny. Robert and Margaret had eight children together.
Becoming a Lord
In 1602, Robert Dalzell was given the title of "Sir." This was an important honor at the time. Many years later, in 1628, King Charles I decided to give him an even higher rank. Robert Dalzell was made a "Lord of Parliament." This meant he was part of the Scottish Peerage. The Peerage is a group of people with special noble titles. As a Lord, he had a significant role in Scottish society.
His Legacy and Family
Robert Dalzell passed away in July 1636. His oldest son, also named Robert Dalzell, took over his title. This son later became the Earl of Carnwath. Robert Dalzell's second son was Sir John Dalzell. Sir John's son, Sir Robert Dalzell, 1st Baronet, had descendants who would also become Earls of Carnwath. This shows how the family's noble titles continued through the generations.
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