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Alexander McDonnell, Esq., JP., of Bonabrogha, in the county of Wicklow. He was a constable of Wicklow and Commander of Gallowglasses in Ireland. Gallowglasses were hearty fighting men (Gaelic - Gallowglaugh, meaning a heavy armed soldier.
Alexander McDonnell, born Abt. 1613 in Leinster, Ireland; died March 30, 1683 in Wicklow County, Ireland. He was the son of Bryan McDonald. He married Helena Archbold. Alexander McDonnell was the Constable of Wicklow County, Ireland. His grave is in the Presbyterian Cemetery in Wicklow, Ireland. His head stone is obviously very ancient, but clearly reads:
"Here lieth the body of Mr Alexander McDonald who departed this life March 30th, 1683 in the 70th year of his age."
Burial: Presbyterian cemetery http://www.crossedbrushstudio.com/windowsintoourpast/Vol1/macdonnel...
Alexander McDonnell, Esq. JP[xxix] 1.1.1. Alexander McDonnell , Esq., JP., son of Bryan McDonnell, b. 1623, presumably Scotland; d; 1692, Glencoe, Scotland, murdered.; his Marcella, daughter of Thomas Archbold & heiress of Charles O’Hanlon ., of Ballynorran, d. 1692, Glencoe, Scotland, was wounded the day her husband was killed and died the following day.
Alexander McDonnell , Esq., JP., of Bonabrogha, in the county of Wicklow. He was a constable of Wicklow and Commander of Gallowglasses in Ireland. Gallowglasses were hearty fighting men (Gaelic - Gallowglaugh, meaning a heavy armed soldier. Alexander would have also been known as MacIan (meaning son of Brian). At the massacre of Glen Coe MacIan was the Chief of the Macdonlads or MacIans of Glencoe[xxx]. The Clan Ian Abrach of Glencoe or MacIan MacDonalds of Glencoe were the victims of the cruel Massacre of Glencoe ( detailed below)
Glencoe is located in a Valley of W Scotland, SE of Loch Leven. In 1692, the Massacre of the McDonald clan by the Campbell’s at Glencoe, Scotland began years of highland feuding. The Highland Chiefs were required by King William III of England to swear an oath of submission to his rule by January 1, 16 92, failure to do so would result in death.
The story of the betrayal of the McDonald Clan:
Trying to reach Fort William (on January 1, 16 92) to make his submission to the government before the time ran out, was hindered by wild weather (blizzard) and arrived late. Having requested and extension they were lulled into false security at their request. This clan gave hospitality to a detachment of Campbell troops under Campbell of Glenn Lyon.
Having failed to make his submission to the government, the following orders were issued[xxxi]:
“To Captain Robert Campbell .
“Thou art hereby commanded to seize the rebels, the Clan M’Donald of Glencoe, and slay every soul of them under three score years and ten. Thou shalt take special care that the Old Fox and sons do not make their escape. Begin they work sharp at five o’clock to-morrow morning. I will endeavor to be forward with a strong force at that hour. If I am not there, delay not a moment, but begin at the hour specified. The forgoing is the King’s special command. See that thou yield implicit obedience. If not, thou art considered unfaithgul to thy trust, and unworthy of holding a commission in his service. – I am, ROBERT DUNCANSON . __ Ballachaolish, 2nd mo. 1692.”
After being billeted on the clan for a fortnight (14days) on the snowy morning of 13 February, 1692 they turned on their hosts and slew all they could lay hands upon. At a later official inquiry, the plot was laid at the door of the master of stair.
Alexander & wife (Archbold) McDonnell had at least one son:
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Alexander MacDonnell's Timeline
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1610
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County Wicklow, Leinster, Ireland
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| 1645 |
November 11, 1645
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Arklow, County Wicklow, Leinster, Ireland
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February 13, 1692
Age 82
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County Wicklow, Leinster, Ireland
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Presbyterian Cemetery, Wicklow, County Wicklow, Ireland
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