Gofraid mac Domnaill facts for kids
Gofraid mac Domnaill, also known as Godfrey MacWilliam or Guthred, was a Scottish rebel from the 1200s. His father's last name was probably MacWilliam.
Gofraid's Rebellion
In 1211, Gofraid came from Ireland to a place called Ross in Scotland. There, he started a rebellion against the king.
King William I led a large army north to stop him. However, King William could not force Gofraid into a big battle. Later that year, King William went back south. He left Maol Choluim, the Earl of Fife, in charge of the Moray region.
Soon after, Gofraid captured a royal castle. This showed that he was still a strong threat and far from being defeated.
The End of the Revolt
The next year, King William's son, Alexander (who later became King Alexander II), led another army north. King William followed with even more soldiers. They included fighters from Brabant (a region in Europe) sent by King John of England.
But before a big battle could happen, some of Gofraid's own supporters turned him over. They gave him to William Comyn, a powerful official in Scotland. William Comyn was in charge of Moray at that time.
Gofraid was captured and killed in Kincardine in 1211 or 1212. William Comyn carried out the King's orders.
People say Gofraid's revolt was violent. Even though it ended quickly, it was a serious challenge to King William. King William was old and not very popular at the time.
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