'How My Grandfather From the Highlands Became the Cherokee's Greatest Chief ' Amazing Tale Set to Be Highlight of Scottish Storytelling Festival

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IT IS the kind of Boy's Own tale passed down through generations, around crackling campfi res and as bedtime yarns. But the story of how a Scot became chief of one of the most powerful and famous Native American tribes, fought against US presidents and became their greatest leader is far from make-believe.

John Ross, whose family originally hailed from the Highlands, was chief of the Cherokee nation for 40 years in the 1800s. This week his great-great-great-granddaughter will come to Scotland to retell his tale to another generation.

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'How My Grandfather From the Highlands Became the Cherokee's Greatest Chief ' Amazing Tale Set to Be Highlight of Scottish Storytelling Festival

Gayle Ross is one of the attractions at the Scottish International Storytelling Festival. Now in its 20th year, the festival begins in Edinburgh on Friday and will host events around Scotland, from Thu...

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