Alexander Brodie of Lethen was a Covenanter from the North of Scotland.  Matthew Vogan records this episode at the Ardclach Bell Tower, less than 10 miles south east of Nairn.  Built in 1655, probably as a watchtower, after Brodie’s estates had been attacked by Montrose the year before.

You can find more details on the Historic Environment Scotland website.

To dig deeper, visit ScotlandsForgottenHistory.com

 

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