George Leslie of Balgonie

George Leslie of Balgonie

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He was the second son of George Leslie 1st Laird of Drummuir and his wife Margaret Stewart. The Leslie's of Drummuir were descended from Sir William Leslie 4th Baron of Balquhain and his wife Agnes Irvine of Drum.

George Leslie of Balgonie was Captain of the Castle of Blair Athol and was held in high esteem for his bravery. He married Sybil Stewart of Ballathan and had several children. He also had an illegitimate son, called Alexander who was later to become, Earl of Leven.

Sources

1. Historical records of the family of Leslie from 1067 to 1868-9: collected ...By Charles Joseph Leslie. Pg 355