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Robert III (c. 1337 – 4 April 1406), born John Stewart, was King of Scots from 1390 to his death in 1406. He was also High Steward of Scotland from 1371 to 1390 and held the titles of Earl of Atholl (1367–1390) and Earl of Carrick (1368–1390) before ascending the throne at about the age of 53 years. He was the eldest son of King Robert II ...
- 19 April 1390 – 4 April 1406
- Elizabeth Mure
Apr 4, 2024 · Robert III (born c. 1337—died April 4, 1406, Rothesay, Bute, Scotland) was the king of Scots from 1390, after having ruled Scotland in the name of his father, Robert II, from 1384 to 1388. Physically disabled by a kick from a horse, he was never the real ruler of Scotland during the years of his kingship.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
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King Robert III. Paisley Abbey. Robert III lived from 14 August 1337 to 4 April 1406 and was King of Scotland from 19 April 1390 to 4 April 1406. He was the oldest son of Robert II. The wider picture in Scotland at the time is set out in our Historical Timeline.
King Robert III dies and James I ascends the throne but is not crowned until 1424 as he is a prisoner of the English. Key facts about King Robert III of Scotland who was born 1337, reigned (1390 - 1406) including biography, historical timeline and links to the British royal family tree.
Dec 15, 2020 · At 53, John Stewart became King Robert III (reign: 1390-1406), changing his first name because of its association with the unpopular King John Balliol of Scotland. Two years prior to his coronation, John was involved in a riding accident that left him lame and possibly damaged his mental state too.
Robert III , born John Stewart, was King of Scots from 1390 to his death in 1406. He was also High Steward of Scotland from 1371 to 1390 and held the titles of Earl of Atholl and Earl of Carrick before ascending the throne at about the age of 53 years.
May 18, 2018 · Robert III (ca. 1337-1406) was king of Scotland from 1390 to 1406. Notable as king primarily for the weakness of his reign, he played a larger part in the affairs of the kingdom before his accession than as monarch.
