52 Ancestors: Week 36, Archibald Campbell

Orginal post: 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks Jay Campbell published the original research of our shared Campbell ancestors in his blog Joel Campbell (1735-1828): His Life and Times. His posts add much greater context to Archibald's experiences. Genealogical SummaryArchibald Campbell was born say 1640. He was a tenant farmer in the village of Kildalvan in Kilmodan Parish, Argyllshire, Scotland. The Commons of Argyll states "Archibald Campbell and three sons all banished furth of the kingdome" for their participation in Argyll's Rising in June of 1685.1 Coinciding with Monmouth's Rebellion in England, it was an attempt to depose the Catholic king, James II and VII. On 22 June 1685, after his capture, Archibald declared he was pressed into service in the company of his laird John Campbell of Kildalvan. He further claimed that he and his three sons attempted to flee but were kept prisoner.2 "Robert Campbell, sone to Archbald Campbell in Kiltalvien" testified similarly.3 His other son John also…