Battle of Slioch 1307
Marker: recorded battle location (no official boundary).
Key facts
| Date (year) | 1307 | 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 Slioch was a minor skirmish in the First War of Scottish Independence. Although the encounter was inconclusive, the domestic enemies of the Scottish King Robert Bruce were unable to stop him from consolidating his rule over Scotland.
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Location
- Recorded location (Wikidata; may be approximate): 57.4320, -2.7310
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