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The Earldom of Kirkfries is a (lapsed) title in the Peerage of Great Britain. It was first awarded to Duncan McAvoy, Laird of Kirkfries, in recognition of his services to the crown in the rebellion of '45. The last [[Godfrey McAvoy|Earl]] died without an heir, leaving a [[Catherine McAvoy|widow]]. According to Scottish inheritance law, she gained her husband's fortune and land which had been connected to the family without a link to the title. The title has reverted to the crown in Westminster. | The Earldom of Kirkfries is a (lapsed) title in the Peerage of Great Britain. It was first awarded to Duncan McAvoy, Laird of Kirkfries, in recognition of his services to the crown in the rebellion of '45. The last [[Godfrey McAvoy|Earl]] died without an heir, leaving a [[Catherine McAvoy|widow]]. According to Scottish inheritance law, she gained her husband's fortune and land which had been connected to the family without a link to the title. The title has reverted to the crown in Westminster. | ||
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Revision as of 13:38, 17 October 2016
| Earldom of Kirkfries | |
| Creation Date | 1745 |
|---|---|
| Created by | George II |
| Peerage | Great Britain |
| First Holder | Duncan McAvoy |
| Current Holder | |
| Heir Apparent | |
| Subsidiary Titles | |
| Country Seat | Kirkfries Castle |
| Associated County | Berwickshire |
The Earldom of Kirkfries is a (lapsed) title in the Peerage of Great Britain. It was first awarded to Duncan McAvoy, Laird of Kirkfries, in recognition of his services to the crown in the rebellion of '45. The last Earl died without an heir, leaving a widow. According to Scottish inheritance law, she gained her husband's fortune and land which had been connected to the family without a link to the title. The title has reverted to the crown in Westminster.