The royal coat of arms of Scotland, as used before 1603
Kenneth MacAlpin
c. 843 - 858
The first King to rule over Picts and Scots.
Donald I
c. 858 - 862
Brother of Kenneth. Often faces rival claims to the throne.
Constantine I
c. 862 - 877
Son of Kenneth. He fought against Olaf of Dublin. And lost.
Aed
c. 877 - 878
Younger son of Kenneth. Was killed by his cousin.
Eochaid
c. 878 - 889
Grandson of Kenneth.
Donald II
c. 889 - 900
Son of Constantine I. Was defeated by Vikings at Dunottar.
Constantine II
c. 900 - 943
Son of Aed. Retired to a Monastery.
Malcolm I
c. 943 - 954
Son of Donald II. Awarded the land of Cumbria. Killed in the Mearns fighting the rebellious men...
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