Baptism of a descendant of Robert Burns is immortalised with a plaque in Lanarkshire town

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The magical moment of a descendant of Robert Burns being baptised in Airdrie was commemorated with a special plaque.The memorial was unveiled at the town's One Wellwynd honouring the baptism of Jean Weir, the Bard's great-granddaughter.It was installed in partnership with Airdrie Burns Club and North Lanarkshire’s Council’s community partnership team at the entrance of the old church building, now home to the local authority's offices.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android Jean was descended from Robert Burns through his natural daughter Elizabeth who became known as "dear bought Bess".Bess’ daughter Jane married James Weir, originally from West Calder.

Jean was their third child and the first of their family to be born in Airdrie.Jean’s two brothers, George and James, founded the famous Scottish engineering firm of G & J Weir of Cathcart in Glasgow.Further distinction followed and James’ son, William Douglas Weir, was created 1st Viscount Weir of Eastwood and thus became the only descendant of Robert Burns to be ennobled.The plaque-unveiling ceremony in Airdrie was attended by local council officials; Marc Sherland, president of the Lanarkshire Association of Burns Clubs; and president William Brooks and members of Airdrie Burns Club, with a piper playing a lament to conclude the event.North