Thomas Nicolson, 4th Lord Napier facts for kids
Thomas Nicholson, 4th Lord Napier (born January 14, 1669 – died June 9, 1688) was a Scottish nobleman. He held important titles in Scotland during his short life.
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Who Was Thomas Nicholson?
Thomas Nicholson was a young Scottish nobleman. He inherited two important titles: Lord Napier and Baronet of Carnock. He became the 4th Lord Napier and the 4th Baronet of Carnock.
Early Life and Family Connections
Thomas Nicholson was the son of Jean Napier and Sir Thomas Nicolson, 3rd Baronet of Carnock. His mother, Jean Napier, was the sister of Archibald Napier, 3rd Lord Napier. This family connection was very important for his future titles.
How Thomas Inherited His Titles
When his father, Sir Thomas Nicolson, died in 1670, Thomas inherited the title of Baronet of Carnock. A Baronet is a special title, like a knight, that can be passed down in a family.
Later, in 1683, his uncle, the 3rd Lord Napier, passed away. Because his mother was the uncle's sister, Thomas then inherited the title of Lord Napier. A Lord is a high-ranking nobleman in Scotland.
Thomas's Short Life and Legacy
Thomas Nicholson died young, in 1688, when he was only 19 years old. He never married and did not have any children.
After his death, his titles and estates were passed on to other family members:
- The title of Lord Napier went to his aunt, Margaret Brisbane, 5th Lady Napier.
- The Carnock estate and the Baronet title went to his aunts on his father's side.
