Hugh Bisset facts for kids

Sir Hugh Bisset was an important nobleman who lived a long time ago, between the 1200s and 1300s. He was involved in many big events in Scotland and Ireland during a time of great change.

Early Life and Scottish Conflicts

Hugh Bisset was active during the Wars of Scottish Independence. This was a time when Scotland fought to be free from England. Hugh sometimes changed sides, working with both Scottish and English leaders.

After a big battle in 1299, where Alexander Og MacDonald, Lord of Islay was defeated, Hugh joined a group of Scottish leaders. They included Angus Og MacDonald and John MacSween. They went on an expedition against Alexander MacDougall, Lord of Argyll.

Joining King Edward I

In the early 1300s, Hugh Bisset decided to work for King Edward I of England. King Edward I was a powerful English king. Hugh planned to join the Scottish forces in 1298. He landed on the Isle of Arran with many soldiers.

However, Hugh heard that the Scottish army had lost a major battle at battle of Falkirk. After this news, he decided to offer his loyalty to King Edward I. In return, King Edward I gave him the Isle of Arran.

Searching for Robert the Bruce

Hugh Bisset also helped King Edward I's navy. In the winter of 1306, he led a group of ships in the North Channel. He was with John of Argyll at this time.

In January 1307, Hugh was given an important order. He had to join two admirals, John de Botetourt and Simon Montagu. Their mission was to find King Robert I of Scotland, who was hiding from the English.

Later Life and Irish Conflicts

Hugh Bisset seemed to switch his loyalty between England and Scotland. He did this when it was best for him. Because of this, he lost some of his lands in Ireland. This happened because he went against King Edward I and later King Edward II of England.

Opposing Edward Bruce

In 1315, Edward Bruce invaded Ireland. Edward Bruce was the brother of Robert the Bruce. Hugh Bisset was against this invasion. He fought in a battle on November 1, 1316. In this fight, about 300 Scottish soldiers were killed.

Receiving Glenarm

Later in his life, Hugh Bisset was given a special honor. In 1338, he was granted the barony of Glenarm. A barony is a large area of land ruled by a baron.