After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds & the Paranormal Glencoe Massacre: Hell in the Scottish Highlands
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Feb 13, 2025 Dr. Allan Kennedy, a historian specializing in 17th-century Scotland, and Lucy Doogan of the National Trust for Scotland discuss the harrowing Glencoe Massacre of 1692. They delve into the complex political tensions that led to the slaughter of Clan MacDonald, exploring Alistair MacDonald's ill-fated oath of allegiance and the broader cultural implications of this atrocity. Vivid descriptions of the landscape and personal reflections from descendants enhance this tale of betrayal, loyalty, and the profound scars it left on Scottish identity.
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Scotland's Turbulent 1690s
- The 1690s in Scotland was a decade of intense anxiety following the Glorious Revolution.
- This period was marked by a Jacobite counter-revolution, economic struggles, and looming famine.
The Rise of Jacobitism
- James VII's Catholicism clashed with Protestant England and Scotland, leading to his overthrow in 1688.
- The Jacobites, supporting James's claim, emerged from this conflict, forming a movement that lasted into the 18th century.
MacDonald Involvement & Reputation
- The MacDonalds of Glencoe, a small, troublesome clan, participated in the Jacobite rising.
- Their prior reputation for theft and robbery worsened their standing with the government.