Arthur Kinnaird, 11th Lord Kinnaird 1847 – 1923

Biography

Arthur Kinnaird, 11th Lord Kinnaird, was born on February 16, 1847, in Kensington, London. As a member of the Scottish nobility, he held the title of Lord Kinnaird throughout his life, representing a long and distinguished family lineage. Beyond his aristocratic standing, Kinnaird is remembered as a Scottish footballer, a pursuit that set him apart from many of his contemporaries in the Victorian era.

Kinnaird’s involvement in football during the formative years of the sport in Scotland reflects his passion for athletic pursuits and his willingness to participate in activities that were still developing their formal structures and recognition. He lived through a period of significant change in British society and sports culture, witnessing the growth and professionalization of football across the United Kingdom.

Lord Kinnaird passed away on January 30, 1923, in London at an advanced age, leaving behind a legacy that bridged the worlds of Scottish nobility and early sport. He was laid to rest at Rossie Priory in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, where his family’s deep roots in the Scottish landscape were honored through his final resting place.