Articles on the history of The Isle of Scalpay: The Campbells of Scalpay
(One of the oldest Scalpay families, includes small family tree, with details on each family member. Several stories below involve the Campbell family which had considerable power in the area. Many thanks to Margaret Grace Macinnes for her assistance). The Tale of John Campbell (Iain Og) and the French Man-of-War
(An old story of the daring and bravery of John Campbell, Scalpay around the time of King Charles II.) John Campbell - Iain Og and the Cattle Thief
(Not as swashbuckling as the above story but some cattle thieves get spooked and mend their ways) The Tale of Black Kenneth outwitting Donald Roy
(Black Kenneth proves he is a fine business man?) Black Kenneth a Hebridean Robin Hood?
(Although Black Kenneth was known for his cunning his heart appears to have been in the right place!.) Black Kenneth a not to be crossed !
(Black Kenneth Campbell ensures that all things are made right) Black Kenneth proves he is No. 1
(A local packman boasts to Kenneth, but who gets the last laugh???.) Many more articles on The History of The Isle of Scalpay on the next page Back to : - Scalpay History (page 2) Next : - Scalpay History (page 4)
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