The Maitlands of Lauderdale: A Border Family That Made History

The Maitlands have an interesting history. Secretary to Mary Queen of Scots, pioneers in Economics and Accountancy, Generals, Admirals, the Captain to whom Napoleon surrendered after Waterloo and even a test pilot in modern times. The Maitland H/history is indeed rich. The/this book deals not only with the main Lauderdale line but also with the Maitlands of Aberdeenshire, other branches in Scotland and those overseas in Canada, United States of America, Australia and New Zealand- as well as Maitlands who have achieved fame from the thirteenth to the twentieth centuries. if you are a Maitland or have an interest in Scottish history, this book allows you to chart the passage of time through the exploits of this ancient Clan.