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Alexander II of Scotland
Alexander II (1198–1249) was King of Scotland from 1214 until his death. He was the son of William the Lion and Ermengarde de Beaumont, succeeding to the throne at the age of sixteen. He ruled for thirty-five years, during which time he began consolidating the Scottish kingdom. Alexander's early reign was marked by conflict with John of England and his involvement in the First Barons' War. He supp…
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politics · King of Alba from 1214 to 1249 · politician · monarch · also Alexander II of Scotland, Alexander II, Scotland
Born 24 August 1198 · Died 6 July 1249 · Q237889
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Died 1249-07-06.
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Career landmark: monarch of Scotland (1214–1249).
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Born 1198-08-24.
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