MHG4256 - Earth Fortifications, Achnacarry
Summary
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Type and Period (1)
- ARTILLERY FORTIFICATION (Undated)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
The name Achnacarry is derived from the Gaelic meaning " a field of the weir" and is mentioned in 1665 when the MacIntoshes and the Camerons spent two days on the banks of the River Arkaig throwing up embankments in preparation for a decisive battle. A peaceful settlement on the lands was, however, obtained at the last moment, and Glen Loy and Loch Arkaig came lawfully into the hands of the Camerons, thus ending the feud which had lasted for about 360 years.
D B MacCulloch 1938.
Nothing of significance was noted during fieldwork in this area.
Visited by OS (A S P) 12 July 1961.
No change.
Visited by OS (N K B) 6 May 1970.
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NN 1699 8700 (10m by 10m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NN18NE |
| Civil Parish | KILMALLIE |
| Geographical Area | LOCHABER |
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
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External Links (1)
- https://canmore.org.uk/site/23735 (View RCAHMS Canmore entry for this site)
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