Livingstons in Argentina

Roberto Livingston · Post by **Roberto Livingston** » Mon Mar 29, 2004 6:59 am

Hi. I´m Roberto Livingston, the 5th generation of Livingstons born in Argentina. There is already a 6th generation. I have plenty of info about our family here. We only have one ancestor in common: William Livingston (1811 - 1883). He was established in Buenos Aires in 1830 aprox. I would like to learn more about our family. We descend from the Viscount of Killsyth, and believe my father is suposed to be carrying that title, which of course, no longer exists. Well, if there is anything I can help you with, just let me know. Bye.

Bachuil · Post by **Bachuil** » Mon Mar 29, 2004 9:46 am

Welcome to the forum Roberto. http://www.electricscotland.com/webclan ... ings2.html gives a very lucid account of the “Lowland” Livingston(e)s of Callander. I also found this link http://www.kilsyth.org.uk/history/archi ... leum__.htm . "The Livingstones ( the `e` was used at this time by this branch) of Kilsyth, that had a common ancestor in Sir William Livingston, Lord of Callendar who was slain at the Battle of Homildon Hill in 1402, were granted the Viscountship of Kilsyth in 1661. Tragically, the title was only held by three persons before it became extinct." http://www.thepeerage.com/i165.htm has a mass of information on Livingston titles. Incidentally, Robert is very much a highland Livingstone name! Regards, Niall

Rob Livingston2 · Post by **Rob Livingston2** » Tue Mar 30, 2004 8:06 am

Roberto, Have you considered being a part of the Livingston/MacLea DNA Project? There are many reasons to get involved. One is to see where other branches of your family might have settled. And another is to see if there isn't a connection between the Lowland Livingston of Killsyth and the Highlanders of Argyll. By the way, do you happen to know why your ancestors chose to migrate to Argentina? Rob

Bachuil · Post by **Bachuil** » Tue Mar 30, 2004 10:14 pm

Roberto, Rob's idea is first class. THe DNA sample collection is a very simple and painless procedure, basically taking a swap from the inside of your mouth. You do this yourself. If you are going to do the test - do the full 25 marker test - it is FAR more accurate. [See http://pages.sbcglobal.net/rlivingston1488/dna.htm] Regards, Niall