Alexander Brodie of Lethen and the Ardclach Bell Tower, Nairn – SFH049

Alexander Brodie of Lethen and the Ardclach Bell Tower, Nairn – SFH049

Mar 6, 2020 | Podcast

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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

 

Alexander Brodie – Brodie Castle, Forres – SFH036

Alexander Brodie – Brodie Castle, Forres – SFH036

Nov 29, 2019 | Podcast

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Alexander Brodie was no hero. He was a poor sinner leaning upon all sufficient grace.  He knew what he called the deep deceits of his heart. He knew to lament and confess them to God. But One compromise risked leading to another…

Matthew Vogan is at a very wet Brodie Castle near Forres with this week’s episode.

To dig deeper, visit ScotlandsForgottenHistory.com