Duke of Aubigny
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Ducs d'Aubigny have had their origins in Aubigny-sur-Nère from the 15th century, which was an important honour throughout the Auld Alliance and Ancien Régime. Its importance was gradually displaced for the ducal title of Clan Gordon, during a long and turbulent period between the French Revolution and French Third Republic. The titleholder of this land was originally called Seigneur d'Aubigny and was conferred upon the House of Stuart's cadet branch, represented by the Earl of Lennox. Curious that although these persons were of Scottish Royalty, their arms bore quarterings of France and not of Scotland. The first ducal holder was Louise de Kérouaille, 1er Duchesse d'Aubigny. The title was inherited by King Charles II of England's illegitimate son by this Duchess and both creations are within the defunct Peerage of France. Property concerning the Château of Aubigny is no longer in the possession of the title-bearers, sold off in order to maintain the Dukes' personal finances within the UK itself. Aubigny is the chief tourist attraction in France which attests to the Auld Alliance, the honour now only an historic title.
[edit] Stewart Lords of Aubigny
- John Stewart, 1st Lord of Aubigny (killed 1429)
- John Stewart, 2nd Lord of Aubigny (died 1482)
- Bernard Stewart, Lord of Aubigny (died 1508)
- Robert Stewart, Lord of Aubigny (died 1543)
- John Stewart, 5th Lord of Aubigny (died 1567)
- Esmé Stewart, 1st Duke of Lennox (died 1583)
