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The Kinnears from Balmerino to Ballybay
THE KINNEARS FROM BALMERINO TO BALLYBAY Arms: Sable, on a bend or, three martlets (or canary birds) vert. Crest: Two anchors, saltier ways, proper. Motto: I live in hope. WHAT’S IN A NAME? There have always been numerous variations to the spelling of the name with de Kyner, Kynner, Kynnier, Kenneir, Kinneir and Kinnear amongst […]