Raid on Ross facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Raid on Ross
Part of Rebellion of Domhnall Dubh
Kintail home of the Clan Mackenzie in Ross-shire
Date 1491 Location Ross, Scotland Result unknown
Belligerents
Kingdom of Scotland: Clan Mackenzie	Lordship of the Isles: Clan Donald Clan Cameron Chattan Confederation
Strength
Unknown	Unknown
Casualties and losses
Unknown	Unknown

The Raid on Ross was an attack that happened in 1491. It took place in the Scottish Highlands, a mountainous region in Scotland. This event was a fight between the Clan Mackenzie and several other powerful Scottish clans. These included the Clan MacDonald of Lochalsh, the Clan MacDonald of Clanranald, the Clan Cameron, and a group called the Chattan Confederation. The Chattan Confederation was a large alliance of clans, including the Clan Mackintosh.

What Happened During the Raid on Ross?

Clans Join Forces

The raid began when Ewen Cameron, the leader of the Clan Cameron, joined forces with other clan leaders. These included Alexander MacDonald of Lochalsh and the leader of Clan Ranald. The Chattan Confederation also joined them.

The Attack on Ross-shire

These allied clans then launched an attack into a region called Ross-shire. During this raid, they fought against the Clan Mackenzie, who lived in Kintail. The attacking clans then moved from Lochaber to Badenoch.

Storming Inverness Castle

After that, the clans marched to Inverness. They attacked and took over Inverness Castle. The Clan Mackintosh then placed their own soldiers inside the castle to control it.

Why the Raid Happened

The MacDonald Lords of Lochalsh were very influential at this time. They expected other clans to follow them in battle. The MacDonalds of Lochalsh were part of the larger Clan Donald. Their chief was Domhnall Dubh. He claimed the title of the Lord of the Isles. This important title had been taken away from his grandfather by the king. The raid was part of a bigger struggle for power in the Highlands.