The Spartans of Scotland: Sir Hector Roy MacLean and the Battle of Inverkeithing (1651)
In the annals of Scottish history, tales of bravery and valor resonate through the ages. One such legendary chapter is the Battle of Inverkeithing in 1651, where Sir Hector Roy MacLean led a formidable force of MacLeans and Buchanans armed with claymores. For four hours, they defended against the relentless onslaught of Cromwell's Ironsides, leaving a l…
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