Dòmhnull Alasdair mac Iain ‘ic Aonghuis | Dan Alex MacDonald
(1885 - 1972)

Dan A. MacDonald was born in North Framboise. His father also hailed from North Framboise, whereas his mother, Annie Munroe, came from Canoe Lake, near Gabarus. Both of his parents were descendants of immigrants from North Uist. He ran a farm, operated a saw mill and raised a family of three boys, three girls and a foster son.

Dan Alex was a well respected bard and is best known for his song in praise of Cape Breton, " 'Se Ceap Breatainn Tìr Mo Ghràidh".