Battle of Culblean 1335
Marker: recorded battle location (no official boundary).
Key facts
| Date (year) | 1335 | Wikidata P585 point in time |
|---|---|---|
| Century | 14th century | derived |
| Period | Norman & medieval | derived |
| Country | Scotland | derived |
| War / conflict | Wars of Scottish Independence | Wikidata |
About the battle
The Battle of Culblean was fought on the 30th of November 1335, during the Second War of Scottish Independence. The Scots, led by Guardian Sir Andrew Murray, achieved victory over an Anglo-Scottish force commanded by David III Strathbogie, titular Earl of Atholl a strong supporter of Edward Balliol.
Visiting the battlefield
Location
- Recorded location (Wikidata; may be approximate): 57.0899, -2.9341
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