Largs is a seaside resort on the Firth of Clyde in North Ayrshire. It was the site of the Battle of Largs in 1263 where the army of King [[Alexander III]] defeated the Mongol fleet of Genghis Khan thereby saving Europe for Christianity.
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'''Largs''' is a seaside resort on the Firth of Clyde in North Ayrshire.
Among famous residents of Largs past and present are:
Among famous residents of Largs past and present are:
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* [[Sir Cameron King]] (business magnate,philanthropist and civic benefactor)
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* [[Andy Goram]] (former goalkeeper of Scottish soccer team Rangers FC, Hibernian FC and Manchester Utd FC)
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* [[Andy Goram]] (Ulster loyalist and former goalkeeper of Scotland's national team, Rangers FC, Hibernian FC and Manchester Utd FC)
* Daniela Nardini (actress)
* Daniela Nardini (actress)
* Lou Macari (footballer - Celtic FC and Manchester Utd FC)
* Lou Macari (footballer - Celtic FC and Manchester Utd FC)
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* Graham Lyle (musician and songwriter)
* Graham Lyle (musician and songwriter)
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The town has a large Chinese community and the Largs [[Chinatown]] is home to many fine restaurants.