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MacDougall Siege of Dunstaffnage 1290

1290
Argyll, Scotland
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Siege
Location
Argyll, Scotland
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Dunstaffnage Castle garrison
VS
Victor
MacDougall
Outcome
MacDougalls reinforced control of Dunstaffnage Castle as their chief stronghold in Lorn
The Battle

History & Significance

Dunstaffnage was the key strategic fortress of Argyll; MacDougall power depended on its control

Forces Involved

MacDougall: c.800–1,200; defenders: c.200–350 garrison

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