Archibald Campbell, 2nd Earl of Argyll facts for kids
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Archibald Campbell, 2nd Earl of Argyll
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Portrait (1740) by Thomas Bardwell
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| Born | Gillespie Archibald Campbell c. 1465 Kingdom of Scotland |
| Died | 9 September 1513 Branxton, Northumberland, England |
| Cause of death | Killed at the Battle of Flodden |
| Title | 2nd Earl of Argyll |
| Tenure | 1493–1513 |
| Spouse(s) | Elizabeth Stewart |
| Issue | 12, including Colin Campbell and Donald Campbell |
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Archibald Campbell, the 2nd Earl of Argyll, was an important Scottish nobleman and politician. He was born around 1465 and died on September 9, 1513. He was a powerful leader in Scotland during the time of King James IV. Sadly, he died fighting in a big battle called the Battle of Flodden.
Life and Role in Scotland
Archibald was the oldest son of Colin Campbell, 1st Earl of Argyll. His mother was Isabel Stewart.
He became a key person in the royal household of James IV of Scotland. In 1495, he was made the Master of the Royal Household. This meant he helped manage the king's home and staff.
Scotland's western areas faced problems with law and order. Because of this, Archibald was given more important jobs. He became the governor of Tarbert Castle and Baillie of Knapdale. Later, in 1500, he was made the King's special representative in the Lordship of the Isles. This was an area that used to be ruled by powerful island chiefs.
Archibald eventually became the Lord High Chancellor of Scotland. This was one of the most important jobs in the country. It meant he was the king's main legal advisor and head of the government. His family, known as "Clan Campbell," was very strong. Only the Clan Gordon family was as powerful.
The Earls of Argyll were also the traditional Sheriffs of Lorne and Argyll. This meant they were in charge of law and order in those regions. In 1504, there was a plan to ask Archibald to hold his court in Perth. This was so the King could watch over things more easily. Some historians think this was because Archibald had family ties to chiefs who supported the old Lordship of the Isles. These chiefs were sometimes against the King's rule.
Death
Archibald Campbell was killed during the Battle of Flodden on September 9, 1513. Many other Scottish nobles and even King James IV died in this battle. Archibald is buried at Kilmun Parish Church.
Family
Archibald and his wife, Elizabeth Stewart, had many children. Their oldest son was Colin Campbell. He became the next Earl of Argyll after his father died.
