William Comyn of Kirkintilloch facts for kids

William Comyn of Kirkintilloch was an important Scottish nobleman who lived in the 1200s. He was a son of John Comyn, Lord of Badenoch, a powerful figure of his time. William died in the year 1291.

William's Family and Marriage

William Comyn was married to a woman named Isabella Russell. Her mother was Isabella, who held the title of Countess of Menteith. The Countess of Menteith was a very important noblewoman in Scotland.

Claiming the Earldom of Menteith

Because of his marriage to Isabella Russell, William Comyn tried to claim a share of the Earldom of Menteith. An "earldom" was a large area of land ruled by an Earl or Countess.

William and Isabella sent requests, called "petitions," to two kings: Edward I of England and Alexander III of Scotland. They asked for the Earldom of Menteith because of Isabella's family right.

In 1285, William and Isabella were given half of the lands that belonged to the Earldom of Menteith. However, the main title of "Earl of Menteith" stayed with Walter Bailloch. He held the title through his wife, Mary, who was Isabella Russell's aunt.

William's Role and Death

In 1291, King Edward I of England gave William Comyn an important job. He was made the Keeper of the Forest of Selkirk. This meant he was in charge of looking after this large forest.

William Comyn died shortly after taking on this role in 1291. He did not have any children with his wife, Isabella.