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English: Memorial to the third Earl of Glasgow. This monument to the third Earl (John Boyle, 1714-1775) was erected on the instructions of his widow (Elizabeth, the 3rd Countess). It is made of marble, and is the work of the famous Scottish architect Robert Adam. The inscription below the statue reads as follows:

"Sacred to the Memory of JOHN Earl of GLASGOW, whose exalted Piety and liberal Sentiments of Religion, Unfetterd [sic] by Systems; and Joined with universal Benevolence; were as Singular, as that Candour and Modesty which cast a pleasing veil over his Distinguished Abilities. His Loyalty and Courage he Exerted in the Service of his Country, in whose cause, he Repeatedly Suffered with Fortitude, and Magnanimity. At the Battle of Fontenoy Early in Life, he lost his Hand, and his Health; His Manly Spirit, not to be subdued; at Lafeld he received Two Wounds, in one attack. To Perpetuate the Remembrance of a Character so Universally Beloved and admired, and to animate his Children to the Imitation of his Estimable Qualities, This Humble Monument is Erected, by his Disconsolate Widow. Ob. 7 May 1775."

The monument stands next to a footpath, and overlooks a glen through which the Kel Burn runs. Its location was chosen by the Countess, who was particularly fond of this spot.

At the top of the monument is a medallion with the Boyle coat of arms, incorporating the same symbolism as appears on the lintel above the old door of Kelburn Castle; see 987410. It also includes the family motto, "Dominus Providebit" (The Lord Will Provide).
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