Indulf facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Indulf |
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The king's name (as Indolf filius Constantini) in the Chronicle of the Kings of Alba
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| King of Scots | |
| Reign | 954–962 |
| Predecessor | Malcolm I |
| Successor | Dub |
| Died | 962 Cullen? or Monastery of St Andrews |
| Burial | Iona |
| Issue | Cuilén, King of Alba Amlaíb, King of Alba Eochaid |
| House | Alpin |
| Father | Constantine II, King of Alba |
Ildulb mac Causantín, known in English as Indulf or Indulph, was a king of Alba. Alba was the name for the kingdom that later became Scotland. He ruled from 954 to 962. People sometimes called him "the Aggressor" (An Ionsaighthigh). Indulf was the son of Constantine II, who was also a king of Alba.
Indulf's Early Life
Some historians in the past thought Indulf might have been the king of Strathclyde. Strathclyde was another kingdom nearby. They believed it became part of Alba in the 940s. However, today, most historians do not think this is true.
Taking Over Edinburgh
During Indulf's time, an important event happened. A place called oppidum Eden was taken over. This place is usually thought to be Edinburgh. The old writings say it was "abandoned to the Scots." This means that Edinburgh, and maybe a large part of the area around it called Lothian, became part of Indulf's kingdom.
It's likely that taking over Lothian was a long process. It probably didn't happen all at once. The border between the lands of the kings of Alba and Bernicia (an English kingdom) might have been south of Edinburgh many years before Indulf became king.
How Indulf Died
Indulf died in the year 962. One old record says he was killed fighting against Vikings. This battle happened near a place called Cullen, at the Battle of Bauds.
However, another old poem tells a different story. It says he died "in the house of the same holy apostle, where his father [died]." This means he might have died at the monastery of St Andrews. This monastery was a religious center. After his death, Indulf was buried on the island of Iona.
Indulf's Family
After Indulf died, his predecessor's son, Dub, became the next king. Indulf had three sons. Two of his sons, Cuilén and Amlaíb, later became kings of Alba themselves. His third son, Eochaid, was killed in 971. He died with Cuilén, killed by people from Strathclyde.
See also
In Spanish: Indulf de Escocia para niños
