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Welcome to the Clan Forbes Society, Inc.

Clan Forbes Society, Inc., is a charitable, cultural and educational organization dedicated to helping and encouraging all those with lineage from the Scottish House of Forbes to connect with their Scottish roots by assisting with genealogical and historical research, promoting education of Scottish culture, and creating of a sense of community among the descendants of the Scottish Clan Forbes and its adherents.

Malcolm, Lord Forbes, and Geordie, Master of Forbes

Malcolm Nigel Forbes, the 23rd Lord Forbes, is the Chief of Clan Forbes and the family seat is Castle Forbes near Alford, Aberdeenshire.

15th Century Gauntlets.

15th Century Gauntlets.

15th Century Gauntlets.

Gauntlets are metal plated gloves worn with the medieval armor suits, and essentially a protective armor for the hands. Gauntlet...

Forbes Crest Badge

Forbes Crest Badge

Forbes Crest Badge

A coat of arms is attributed to specific individuals and not to families or clans. However, clan members may be allowed to display a...

William Forbes of Helsingør: A Scottish Merchant in Denmark’s Golden Age

William Forbes of Helsingør: A Scottish Merchant in Denmark’s Golden Age

William Forbes of Helsingør: A Scottish Merchant in Denmark’s Golden Age

In the bustling port city of Helsingør during the height of the Sundtoldstiden (Sound Toll Era), one of the earliest documented Scots to...

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