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Robert II (2 March 1316 – 19 April 1390) was King of Scots from 1371 to his death in 1390. The son of Walter Stewart, 6th High Steward of Scotland, and Marjorie, daughter of King Robert the Bruce, he was the first monarch of the House of Stewart. Upon the death of his uncle David II, Robert succeeded to the throne.
- 22 February 1371 – 19 April 1390
- Marjorie Bruce
Apr 15, 2024 · Robert II was the king of Scots from 1371, first of the Stewart (Stuart) sovereigns in Scotland. Heir presumptive for more than 50 years, he had little effect on Scottish political and military affairs when he finally acceded to the throne.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Jan 8, 2021 · Robert II of Scotland ruled as king from 1371 to 1390. Born Robert Stewart, he succeeded the heirless David II of Scotland (r. 1329-1371) and so founded the royal house of Stewart. Dividing Scottish estates between his many offspring, Robert redrew the political map of his kingdom and effectively replaced half of the nobility with his family ...
- Mark Cartwright
Dec 15, 2020 · Learn about Robert II, who ruled Scotland from 1371 to 1390 and had 21 children. He was made king at 54 and his sons and daughters shaped the future of the country.
Learn about the life and reign of Robert II, the first king of the House of Stewart and the founder of the Scottish dynasty. Find out about his family, his conflicts with David II, and his legacy.
Learn about the first Stewart king of Scotland, a grandson of Robert Bruce, who reigned from 1371 to 1390. Find out his family, achievements, battles, and death.
Robert II was King of Scots from 1371 to his death in 1390. The son of Walter Stewart, 6th High Steward of Scotland, and Marjorie, daughter of King Robert the Bruce, he was the first monarch of the House of Stewart. Upon the death of his uncle David II, Robert succeeded to the throne.
