[2] During the Wars of Scottish Independence Alexander's heir, Sir John de Strivelyn, was killed at the Battle of Halidon Hill in 1333.

[2] William also held Dumbarton Castle and this appointment passed to his son, George, who defended it for the Crown between 1534 and 1547.

[3] George's great grandson was Sir Mungo Stirling of Glorat who was a staunch supporter of Charles I.

[2] Walter Stirling of Faskine served in the Royal Navy and was appointed commander-in-chief of the fleet by George III of Great Britain.

[2] James Stirling of Drumpellier fought in the war against America in 1812 and was later made Governor of Western Australia.

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