Buchanan clan chief appointed after 340 year gap

Although merely a symbolic role, a branch of the Buchanan family has now been identified as part of the chiefly line, with a new clan chief appointed for the first time since 1681. 

There is no formal clan system in Scotland any more, but the chiefs that are in post for some of the ancient families act as figureheads for the widespread diasporas from their presumed and proven lines.

For more on the story visit https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-63200788

Chris

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