Donald I of Scotland
| Donald I | |
|---|---|
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| King of Scotland | |
| Reign | 13th February 858 - 13th April 862 |
| Predecessor | Kenneth I |
| Successor | Constantine I |
| Born | c. 812 Iona, Scotland |
| Died | 13 April 862 Perthshire, Scotland |
| House | MacAlpin |
| Father | Aílpin II |
Donald I (C.812-13th April 862) was king of Scotland from 858 until his death. He was chosen to be the next king as at this time. He was the son of Aílpin II a king from Ireland. Donald I's reign began on 13 February 858 when his brother Kenneth died from natural causes. He was king for only 3-4 years as he died in 862. He left the throne to his nephew, Constantine I. Donald I died on 13 April 862, 4 years and 2 months into his reign. He died in battle against Vikings. Not much else is known about his death.
References
[change | change source]- Anderson, Alan Orr; Early Sources of Scottish History A.D. 500–1286, volume 1, Reprinted with corrections, Paul Watkins, Stamford, 1990. ISBN 1-871615-03-8