David III Strathbogie facts for kids

David of Strathbogie (born around 1309 – died November 30, 1335) was an important noble from both Scotland and England in the 1300s. He was the son of Sir David II Strathbogie, Earl of Atholl, who was a high-ranking officer in Scotland but had been sent away by Robert the Bruce. His father was also a leader in Northumberland, England. David's mother was Joan, the older daughter of Sir John Comyn of Badenoch, who was one of Scotland's leaders.

Who Was David of Strathbogie?

David of Strathbogie was a powerful figure during a time of conflict between Scotland and England. He inherited his family's connections and lands, making him an important person in both kingdoms.

Early Life and Family Connections

David was born into a family with strong ties to both Scottish and English nobility. His father, David II Strathbogie, held the important title of Constable of Scotland, meaning he was a chief military officer. However, his father had been banished, or sent away, by the Scottish King Robert the Bruce. David's mother, Joan, came from the Comyn family, another very powerful Scottish family.

His Role in English and Scottish Politics

From 1330 to 1334, David of Strathbogie was asked to join the English parliament. Official letters called him David de Strabolgi, Earl of Atholl. In 1330, the English King gave him the castle and land of Odogh in Ireland. This property had once belonged to his great-uncle, Aymer de Valence, the Earl of Pembroke.

Joining Edward Balliol

In 1332, David went with Edward Balliol to Scotland. Balliol was trying to become King of Scotland. David was part of the victory against Scottish soldiers at the Battle of Dupplin Moor on August 12, 1332. After this win, Balliol gave David back his important title and lands in Scotland. David later joined a rebellion in 1334, but he was forgiven in 1335 when a peace agreement was made.

The Battle of Culblean

David of Strathbogie died fighting Sir Andrew Murray at the Battle of Culblean (also known as Kilblane). His death was a big loss for Edward Balliol's army.

Family and Legacy

David married Katherine, the daughter of Henry de Beaumont, who called himself the Earl of Buchan. Katherine's mother was Alice, one of the people who would inherit from Sir Alexander Comyn. As part of her wedding gift, Katherine received parts of the lands of Ponteland, Little Eland, and Calverdon in Northumberland. After David died, his wife Katherine asked the King to help her get back her share of his family's property. David and Katherine had one son and likely a daughter named Isabel, who married Sir Edmund de Cornwall.

After David of Strathbogie, his son, David IV Strathbogie, became the next leader of the family.