Gowans, James b. 1821 d. 1890 Architect. Born in Blackness, West Lothian, Scotland, the son of a mason. Educated in Edinburgh he was apprenticed to David Bryce until 1846. Before starting his architectural career he turned to railway engineering and became master of several quarries. He is recognized particularly for his imaginative approach to masonry construction, employing an original modular grid system and cyclopean stone-work. His romantic outlook was founded on rationalist theories and motivated by financial and...[Read More] (Bio by: JK Gillon) Grange Cemetery, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, Scotland
McBean, William b. January 1, 1818 d. June 23, 1878 Indian Mutiny Victoria Cross Medal Recipient. A native of Inverness, Scotland, he served during the Indian Rebellion of 1857-1858 as a Lieutenant in the 93rd Regiment, Sutherland Highlanders. At Lucknow, India, March 11, 1858, he single-handedly killed 11 of the enemy during the attack on the main breach of the Begum Dagh. For most prestigious gallantry, he was awarded the Victoria Cross Medal. In the course of his military career he rose from the rank of Private to Major General. His Victoria...[Read More] (Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith) Grange Cemetery, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, Scotland
b. 1821 d. 1890