MHG9657 - Battle Site, Gleann Nam Beist
Summary
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Type and Period (1)
- BATTLE SITE (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
Site of conflict between the MacKays and the Gunns, AD 1576 (NAT). OS 6" map, (1962)
The supposed site of a clan battle between the MacKays and the Gunns, in which the MacKays were routed, in 1576.
Name Book 1873.
Sources/Archives (1)
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NC 8240 4262 (50m by 50m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NC84SW |
| Geographical Area | SUTHERLAND |
| Civil Parish | FARR |
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
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External Links (1)
- https://canmore.org.uk/site/6793 (View RCAHMS Canmore entry for this site)
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