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Battle of the Bann 1315 — Scottish invasion of Ireland

1315
County Antrim, Ireland
Also known as: Edward Bruce's Irish Campaign — Opening Battle
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Pitched Battle
Location
County Antrim, Ireland
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Ireland (Richard de Burgh, Earl of Ulster)
VS
Victor
Scotland (Edward Bruce)
Outcome
Edward Bruce landed with 6,000 troops; Ulster defeated at the ford of the Bann; Bruce crowned High King of Ireland 1316
The Battle

History & Significance

Robert Bruce opened a second front against England by invading Ireland with his brother Edward. The campaign tied down English resources for three years and threatened English rule over Ireland entirely. Edward Bruce was eventually killed at the Battle of Faughart in 1318, but the invasion demonstrated the Bruces' strategic ambition and their ability to strike English interests beyond Scotland.

Casualties & Losses

Significant Irish and Anglo-Irish losses

Forces Involved

Scottish: c. 4,500–6,000. Irish/Anglo-Irish: c. 2,000–3,500.

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