Historical Events tagged with "claverhouse"
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Scottish Covenanters Defeat Claverhouse at Drumclog
The Battle of Drumclog was a significant confrontation between the Scottish Covenanters and the forces loyal to the crown, led by John Graham of Claverhouse. This skirmish took place in South Lanarkshire, where the Covenanters, determined to oppose the oppressive regime of King Charles II, emerged victorious. The battle served as a notable example of the strength and resolve of the Covenanter movement during the 1670s. Armed with a fervent desire for religious freedom and governance, the Covenanters outmaneuvered Claverhouse's troops, resulting in a surprise victory.
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