Gilbert Burns (farmer)

Gilbert Burns , the younger brother of Robert Burns the poet, was born at Alloway. He married Jean Breckenridge in 1791, hadsons anddaughters, died in 1827 aged 66 and was buried at Bolton, East Lothian, Scotland. Gilberts writings have contributed greatly to the bank of knowledge that exists regarding the life of his famous brother.

Gilberts elder brother was Robert Burns the poet, born onJanuary 1759, Gilbert following in 1760, Agnes in 1762, Annabella in 1764, William in 1767, John in 1769 and finally Isabella in 1771. Gilberts parents were William Burnes and Agnes Broun. Gilbert was also the name of his grandfather on his mothers side.

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