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adb41
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 Posted: Fri Mar 19, 2010 11:14 pm Post subject: Seaforth Memorial, Sideabhal, Lewis - fb |
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This memorial was recently (between 2007 and 2009) erected near the hamlet of Sideabhal, along the road linking Balallan and Eishken.
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Seaforth Castle
In 1620, Kenneth Chief of the Clan Mackenzie, and owner o fLewis, built his first residence here at Seaforth Head.
His successor, the Earl of Seaforth, took their title from the nearby loch and raised the Seaforth Highlanders Regiment, taking their name all over the world.
They were amongst the most decorated and successful fighting units in the British army untilo the name was lost in the reforms of othe late 20th century.
The Mackenzie brought peace to the island and ruled for over 200 years. |
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