The Maxwell Clan

Name derivation - territorial, from 'Maccus' weal, a well or pool in the River Tweed.

The Maxwells were a very powerful Border clan.

The deadly feud between the Johnstones and the Maxwells lasted almost a century. They also found time to be at feud with the Irvines and the Grahams.

For more information on the Clan Maxwell try this site:

www.scotclans.com/clans/maxwell.htm

 


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