Robert Rollo, 4th Lord Rollo facts for kids
Robert Rollo, 4th Lord Rollo (born June 12, 1679 – died March 8, 1758), was a Scottish nobleman. He was known for supporting the Jacobite cause, which aimed to bring the old royal family back to the throne.
Robert Rollo's Early Life and Public Role
Robert Rollo was the son of Andrew Rollo, 3rd Lord Rollo and Margaret Balfour. His mother was the daughter of John Balfour, 3rd Lord Balfour of Burleigh.
He became a commissioner in the Parliament of Scotland in 1703. This meant he was a representative who helped make decisions for the country. He also served as a commissioner of supply in 1702 and 1704, which involved managing resources.
In 1707, Lord Rollo voted for the Act of Union. This important act joined Scotland and England, creating Great Britain.
Robert Rollo and the Jacobite Uprising
After Queen Anne died, the Hanoverian family, led by George I, became the new rulers. Lord Rollo took an active part in the Jacobite rising of 1715. This was a rebellion by those who wanted the old royal family back on the throne.
Even though some leaders disagreed, Lord Rollo was put in charge of the Jacobite army's Perthshire group. He fought in the Battle of Sheriffmuir in November 1715. However, he later gave up to the government forces in February of the next year.
He was held in Inverness Castle and then Edinburgh Castle. In 1717, he was pardoned, meaning he was forgiven for his part in the rebellion.
Lord Rollo passed away at Duncrub, Perthshire, on March 8, 1758.
Robert Rollo's Family Life
Lord Rollo married Mary Rollo on June 4, 1702. She was the daughter of Sir Henry Rollo of Woodside. They had several children together:
- Andrew Rollo, 5th Lord Rollo
- Henry Rollo (1705–1745)
- John Rollo, 6th Lord Rollo
- James Rollo (1713–1732)
- Clement Sobieski Rollo (1720–1762)
- William Rollo (1729–1744)
- Mary Rollo (1709–1739)
- Jean Rollo (1717–1780)
- Isobel Rollo (1718–1751), who was the mother of Roger Aytoun.
