Battle of Lumphanan

The Battle of Lumphanan was fought on 15 August 1057, between Macbeth, King of Scots, and the future King Malcolm III. Macbeth would die from wounds sustained in the battle, which came after his defeat at the battle of Dunsinane in 1054. According to tradition, the battle took place at Lumphanan in Aberdeenshire. Macbeth's Stone, a large boulder at the site, is said to mark the spot where Macbeth was mortally wounded. Following the battle Lulach, Macbeth's stepson was crowned King, before being killed by Malcolm who then took the throne.

Battle of Lumphanan
Date15 August 1057
Location
Lumphanan, Aberdeenshire, Scotland
57.11974°N 2.70375°W / 57.11974; -2.70375
Belligerents
Scottish Crown Rebels
Commanders and leaders
King MacBeth  Malcolm Canmore
Location within Aberdeenshire
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