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Battle of Killiecrankie

When
1689
Where
Pass of Killiecrankie
Episodes
1

On 27 July 1689, Jacobite forces under Viscount Dundee defeated the Williamite army commanded by Hugh Mackay at Killiecrankie. Dundee was fatally wounded during the engagement and died shortly after the victory.

Episodes

  1. 27 July 1689 · Pass of KilliecrankieBattle of Killiecrankie

    Jacobite forces under Dundee defeated Mackay's army in the Pass of Killiecrankie on 27 July 1689.

Background and detail

Background. Following the Glorious Revolution, James VII went into exile in December 1688. In March 1689, a simultaneous revolt began in Scotland led by Dundee, who had previously served as James's military commander there.

The Engagement. On the morning of 27 July, Dundee learned that Mackay's forces were entering the Pass of Killiecrankie. The Jacobite force, including Ewan Cameron of Lochiel, engaged the Scottish government army in the narrow track bordered by the River Garry and steep hills.

Outcome. The Jacobites achieved victory over the Williamite forces. Dundee was fatally wounded towards the end of the battle and died shortly afterwards. A letter sent under his name reporting the victory is generally considered a forgery.

People involved

Sources

  1. Battle of Killiecrankie Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-21

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