Background
Lindsay was the son of Honorary
Lindsay was the son of Honorary
Colin Lindsay and Lady Frances Howard. His heraldic career began in 1882 when he was appointed Portcullis Pursuivant in Ordinary at the College of Arms. He was promoted to the office of Windsor Herald of Arms in Ordinary in 1894.
In 1919, he was promoted Norroy King of Arms after Charles Athill was promoted to Clarenceux King of Arms.
Three years later, Lindsay followed Athill to the role of Clarenceux on Athill"s death. Lindsay held the office from 1922 until his own death in 1926.