Abercrombie Modern Tartan Heavyweight 16oz

The Abercrombie Modern Tartan can be traced back to 1831, when it was recorded in a book of James Logan called '' The Scottish Gael'' The name's origin comes from the tiny parish that is Abercromby located in Fife. The title and lands were granted to a patron from Edward 1 of England, who was later William de Abercromby suggesting a Norman source. The Abercromby title passed to a different segment belonging to the same family during the 17th century and was the Abercrombies of Birkenbog in Banffshire. This family was active in opposition to the Reformation and was a staunch supporter of and defending the Covenanters until the close in the 17th century, at which point David Abercromby eventually conformed to the existing Presbyterian church. Sir Ralph Abercrombie became one of the most powerful military leaders in the 18th Century and was the main reason for Britain's victories in foreign wars as well as his military strategies having an influence on Duke of Wellington's campaign in the