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Knoydart clearances military assistance 1853

1853
Scotland
Era
modern
Battle Type
Pitched Battle
Location
Scotland
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Forces
Not recorded in historical accounts
Forces
the Knoydart crofting community of approximately 500 people.
VS
Victor
Not recorded in historical accounts
Forces
MacDonell estate factor and agents
Outcome
Entire Knoydart peninsula cleared of approximately 500 people. Most forcibly emigrated to Canada. The emptying of Knoydart attracted press coverage and contributed to the growing public opposition to clearances.
The Battle

History & Significance

The Knoydart clearances of 1853 by Josephine MacDonell removed virtually the entire population of the Knoydart peninsula. The evictions were carried out by estate officers supported by agents who arrived by sea. Cleared tenants were shipped to Canada against their wishes. The Knoydart clearances were among the most complete removals of any Highland district.

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