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English: Elgin Cathedral It is a mistake that this stately edifice was either burnt or demolished at the
Reformation. The following Act of privy Council shows the contrary. Edinburgh, 14th February, 1567-8. Seeing provision must be made for entertaining the men of war (soldiers) whose service cannot be spared, until the rebellious and disobedient subjects be reduced; Therefore appoint that the lead be taken from the Cathedral Churches in Aberdeen and Elgin, for sustentation of the said men of war. Command and charge the Earl of Huntly, Sheriff of Aberdeen, and his deputes, Alexander Dunbar of Cumnock, Knight Sheriff of Elgin and Forres, and his deputes, William, Bishop of Aberdeen, Patrick, Bishop of Moray, That they defend and assist Alexander Clerk and William Birnie and their servants, in taking down and selling the said lead. Signed R.M. |
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| Author | Ann Harrison |
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