Clan Fraser of Lovat
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| Friseal | |||
Crest: A buck's head erased Proper
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| Motto | Je suis prest (I am ready) | ||
| War cry | "A Mhor-fhaiche" or "Caisteal Dhuni" |
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| Region | Highland | ||
| District | Inverness-shire | ||
| Plant badge | French fraisse (Strawberry) | ||
| Pipe music | Lovat's March | ||
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| The Rt. Hon. Simon Fraser | |||
| The 18th Lord Lovat (Mac Shimidh or Mac Shimidh Mòr) | |||
| Historic seat | Beaufort Castle (Castle Dounie) | ||
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Clan Fraser of Lovat (Scottish Gaelic: Clann Frisealach [ˈkʰl̪ˠãũn̪ˠ ˈfɾʲiʃəl̪ˠəx], French: Clan Fraiser) is a Highland Scottish clan. The Clan Fraser of Lovat has been strongly associated with Inverness and the surrounding area since the Clan's founder gained lands there in the 13th century, but Lovat is in fact a junior branch of the Clan Fraser who were based in the Aberdeenshire area. Both the Clan Fraser and the Clan Fraser of Lovat have their own separate clan chiefs who are recognized by the Lord Lyon King of Arms under Scottish law. The Clan Fraser of Lovat in Inverness-shire has historically dominated local politics and been active in every major military conflict involving Scotland. It has also played a considerable role in most major political turmoils. 'Fraser' remains the most prominent family name within the Inverness area.
The Clan's current chief is Simon Fraser, the 16th Lord Lovat, and 26th Chief of Clan Fraser.
The exact origins of the surname 'Fraser' can not be determined with any great certainty, although there is little doubt that it came from France.
The first reputed record is that of "Frysel" (vowels were at the time often interchanged), recorded on the Battle Abbey Roll – supposedly a list of William the Conqueror's companions, preserved at Battle Abbey, on the site of his great victory over Harold. However, the authenticity of the manuscript is seriously doubted.
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