George Neilson (historian)
George Neilson | |
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Copy of a portrait of George Neilson, T. & R. Annan & Sons, 1910-11, after William Strang | |
| Born | 7 December 1858 Ruthwell, Dumfriesshire, Scotland |
| Died | 15 November 1923 (aged 64) |
| Nationality | Scottish |
| Alma mater | King William's College, Isle of Man |
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George Neilson, LL.D., FSAScot, (7 December 1858 – 15 November 1923) was a Scottish historian, antiquary, and lawyer. Neilson is known for his scholarship relating to Scottish law, archaeology, and literature, with particular emphasis on medieval Scotland.