Alexander Seton (died 1332) facts for kids

Sir Alexander Seton (died 1332) was a Scottish nobleman. He lived during a time of war in Scotland. He was known for his bravery in battle. Alexander Seton was married to Margaret Murray. He died fighting in the Battle of Kinghorn. This battle took place on August 6, 1332.

Life of Alexander Seton

Alexander was the oldest son of Alexander Seton and Christian Cheyne. His father was also a brave leader. Alexander Seton married Margaret Murray. They did not have any children.

Alexander had a sister named Margaret. She became the family's main heir. This happened after her brothers passed away. Margaret married Alan de Wyntoun. Their oldest son, William, took the Seton family name. He also used their family crest.

Alexander had two brothers who faced difficult times. One brother, Thomas, was taken as a hostage. This happened during the Siege of Berwick in 1333. He was later executed. This was because the terms of the hostage agreement were broken. Another brother, William, drowned during the same siege. He was attacking the English fleet at the time. Alexander's father was the Governor of Berwick. He had to surrender Berwick after a Scottish defeat. This defeat was at the Battle of Halidon Hill in 1333.

Battle of Kinghorn

In 1332, Alexander Seton was serving under Donnchadh IV, Earl of Fife. He was part of a group of 1,000 Scottish soldiers. They were trying to stop Edward Balliol from landing in Scotland. Edward Balliol was trying to claim the Scottish throne.

The battle happened at Kinghorn Wester, which is now Burntisland in Fife. It took place on August 6, 1332. Alexander Seton led a charge of 300 men on foot. He was killed during this brave attack. Different reports from that time say that between 90 and 1,000 Scottish soldiers died in the battle.

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