Battle of Alltan-Beath (1542)

Battle of Alltan-Beath (Clan Sutherland vs Clan Mackay) took place in 1542 during the Scottish clan wars.

Battle facts

• Year: 1542
• Date: 1542-01-01
• Era: Early Modern
• Conflict: the Scottish clan wars
• Side A: Clan Sutherland
• Side B: Clan Mackay
• Commanders (A): Hutcheon Murray of Aberscross, Gilbert Gordon of Garty
• Commanders (B): Donald Mackay, 11th of Strathnaver
• Casualties: William Sutherland (KIA) (Clan Sutherland), John MacIan-MacAngus (KIA) (Clan Mackay)
• Outcome: Clan Sutherland victory
• Coordinates: 58.031°, -4.116°

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