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Scotland's History Scotland United The Battle of Carham

The Battle of Carham – 1016

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Malcolm II, King of Alba, defeats the Northumbrians at the Battle of Carham. Malcolm then annexed Lothian from England extending Scotland's territories further. He ruled until his death in 1034. Video: Scotland's History Top 10: Episode 2.

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