Collection: MacDonald of Glencoe

Clan MacDonald of Glencoe

The Clan MacDonald of Glencoe (Gaelic: Clann Dòmhnaill Ghlinne Comhann) is a proud Highland branch of the great Clan Donald. With deep roots in the Western Highlands, they are renowned for their loyalty, resilience, and for enduring the tragedy of the 1692 Glencoe Massacre, which forever marked their place in Scottish history.

Clan Crest

The Glencoe crest shows a hand grasping a cross-hilted sword, encircled by a green laurel wreath and a gold belt. It symbolizes honor, remembrance, and strength.

Clan Motto

The Glencoe branch carries the motto “Cuimhnich” (Remember), a solemn call to honor their heritage. The wider Clan Donald bears the motto “Per Mare Per Terras” (By Sea and By Land), reflecting their historical power across both land and sea.

War Cry

The traditional battle cry of the clan is “An Cirean Ceann Cinnidh” (The Crest of the Chief), rallying members in times of conflict.

Clan Septs

Associated families, or septs, include: MacAngus, MacEachan, MacKeane, MacRanald, MacSween, and others tied by blood and allegiance to the MacDonalds of Glencoe.

Clan Tartan

The MacDonald of Glencoe tartan is a bold sett of rich red crossed with green, black, and white. It represents the enduring spirit of the clan and remains a striking emblem of Highland identity.