Clan Abercromby

Clan Abercromby, also known as Clan Abercrombie, is a Scottish clan with lands in the Scottish Highlands and Lowlands. The clan was first attested to in 1296 with William de Abercromby, who was given charter of Abercrombie, Fife.^[3]

MottoPetit Alta ('He seeks high deeds')^[2]

DistrictBanffshire, Clackmannanshire, Fife

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Clan Abercromby
Crest: A falcon rising belled Proper.[1]
Motto	Petit Alta ('He seeks high deeds')[2]
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District	Banffshire, Clackmannanshire, Fife
Clan Abercromby no longer has a chief, and is an armigerous clan
Clan branches Abercromby of Birkenbog (historic chiefs) (see Abercromby baronets)
Titles Baron Abercromby

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Lt.-Gen. Sir Ralph Abercromby was a notable commander during the French Revolutionary Wars who greatly reformed the British Army. His widow was created Baroness Abercromby in 1801.^[3]