The Battle of Glenlivet was a Scottish clan battle fought on 3 October 1594 near Glenlivet, Moray, Scotland. It was fought between Protestant forces loyal to King James VI of Scotland who were commanded by Archibald Campbell, 7th Earl of Argyll, against Catholic forces who were commanded by George Gordon, 6th Earl of Huntly, and Francis Hay, 9th Earl of Erroll. The Catholics won a decisive victory in the battle, but in the aftermath were subdued by King James.
Site of the Battle of Glenlivet
Cairn marking the spot where Patrick Gordon of Auchindoun was killed
Clan Gordon is a Highland Scottish clan, historically one of the most powerful Scottish clans. The Gordon lands once spanned a large territory across the Highlands. Presently, Gordon is seated at Aboyne Castle, Aberdeenshire. The Chief of the clan is the Earl of Huntly, later the Marquess of Huntly.
The ruins of Huntly Castle, historic seat of the Gordons of Huntly, chiefs of Clan Gordon.
The ruins of Glenbuchat Castle, former seat of the Gordons of Glenbuchat.
The ruins of Kenmure Castle, former seat of the Gordon Viscounts of Kenmure.
The ruins of Auchindoun Castle former seat of the Gordons of Auchindoun.