The Mormaer or Earl of Angus was the ruler of the medieval Scottish province of Angus. The title, in the Peerage of Scotland, is currently held by the Duke of Hamilton.
Read more about Earl Of Angus: Mormaers/early Earls of Angus, Earls of Angus, Stewart Line (1329), Earls of Angus, Douglas Line (1389), Marquises of Douglas (1633)
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