Robert III

King of Scotland

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

Links & References

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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