The Massacre of Glencoe is a tragic event that took place in the Scottish Highlands in the late 17th century. It was a brutal and bloody event that has left a lasting impact on the history of Scotland.
The massacre occurred in the winter of 1692, when a group of soldiers under the command of Captain Robert Campbell were sent to the village of Glencoe to punish the local MacDonald clan for their alleged support of the deposed King James II. The soldiers were initially welcomed into the village and were given food and shelter by the MacDonalds, who believed that they were under the protection of the Crown.
However, on the night of February 13th, the soldiers turned on their hosts and began a brutal massacre that lasted for several hours. Many of the MacDonalds were killed in their sleep, while others were chased into the surrounding hills and left to die in the freezing cold. The soldiers also burned down many of the village's homes and destroyed their crops and livestock.
The massacre was a shocking and brutal act of betrayal, and it has been remembered as one of the darkest moments in Scottish history. The soldiers who carried out the massacre were later tried and convicted of murder, but the event has left a lasting legacy of mistrust and bitterness between the Scottish clans and the British government.
Today, the site of the massacre is a popular tourist destination, with visitors coming from all over the world to pay their respects to the victims and to learn more about this tragic event in Scottish history. Despite the passage of time, the memory of the Massacre of Glencoe remains a powerful reminder of the importance of justice, compassion, and respect for human life.
Set in Glencoe in the Highlands region, with Massacre of Glencoe nearby, Hawthorn Cottage offers accommodation with free Wi-Fi and free private parking.
Upper Carnoch, Glencoe, PH49 4HU, United Kingdom
Located in Glencoe in the Highlands region with Massacre of Glencoe nearby, Holly Tree Cottage provides accommodation with free private parking.
Upper Carnoch, Glencoe, PH49 4HU, United Kingdom
Set in Glencoe in the Highlands region, with Massacre of Glencoe nearby, Strath Lodge Glencoe offers accommodation with free Wi-Fi and free private parking.
Number of rooms: 4
Strath Lodge, Glencoe, PH49 4HX, United Kingdom
Set in Glencoe in the Highlands region, with Massacre of Glencoe nearby, Cherry Tree Cottage offers accommodation with free Wi-Fi and free private parking.
Upper Carnoch, Glencoe, PH49 4HU, United Kingdom
Beechwood Cottage B&B has mountain views, free Wi-Fi and free private parking, situated in Glencoe, 9.3 km from Loch Linnhe.
Number of rooms: 4
Beechwood Cottage B&B, Lower Carnoch, Glencoe, Glencoe, PH49 4HS, United Kingdom
This hotel has a stunning setting in the shadow of the Pap of Glencoe and surrounded by the beautiful Ardgour Hills. It offers rooms with homemade biscuits, free Wi-Fi and free parking.
Number of rooms: 16
Tyndrum Road, Glencoe, PH49 4HW, United Kingdom
Tigh Ban, a property with a garden, is set in Glencoe, 500 metres from Massacre of Glencoe, 26 km from West Highland Museum, as well as 29 km from Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery. Providing free private parking, the 4-star holiday home is 9.
Glencoe, PH49 4HS, United Kingdom
Glencoe Cottage, a property with a garden, is set in Glencoe, 28 km from Glen Nevis, 1.3 km from Massacre of Glencoe, as well as 26 km from West Highland Museum. Offering free private parking, the 3-star holiday home is 10 km from Loch Linnhe.
Glencoe, PH49, United Kingdom
Duart Cottage is a property located in Glencoe near Massacre of Glencoe. This holiday home features a garden.
Duart Cottage 24B Carnoch, Glencoe, PH49 4HS, United Kingdom
Taigh Seonaig, a property with a garden, is set in Glencoe, a few steps from Massacre of Glencoe, 27 km from West Highland Museum, as well as 29 km from Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery.
Glencoe, PH49 4HU, United Kingdom
Boasting mountain views, Hawthorn Cottage provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 9.4 km from Loch Linnhe. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.
Hawthorn Cottage Carnoch Glencoe, Glencoe, PH49 4HS, United Kingdom
Set in Glencoe in the Highlands region with Massacre of Glencoe nearby, Oakwood Cottage - Glencoe features accommodation with free private parking.
Glencoe, PH49 4HS, United Kingdom
Situated in Ballachulish in the Highlands region, with Massacre of Glencoe nearby, Island View House features accommodation with free Wi-Fi and free private parking.
Ballachulish, PH49 4HP, United Kingdom
Boasting a hot tub, Strathcona Lodge UKC5686 is located in Glencoe. Situated 10 km from Loch Linnhe, the property features a garden and free private parking.
Glencoe, PH49 4HT, United Kingdom
Boasting a hot tub, Srathcona Classic Lodge-UKC5685 is located in Glencoe. Situated 10 km from Loch Linnhe, the property features a garden and free private parking.
Glencoe, PH49 4HT, United Kingdom
