Robert III
King of Scotland
Born
1337
688 years ago
Died
April 4th, 1406
619 years ago — 69 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Scotland
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Ruled as king of Scotland from 1390 until death in 1406. Leadership faced challenges from internal strife and issues regarding succession. The latter years of reign were marked by the conflict for the Scottish throne and tensions with England. Died in 1406, leaving a legacy of instability in the Scottish monarchy.
Ascended to the throne after Robert II
Struggled with civil conflict during reign
Oversaw challenges in the Scottish succession
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