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Kenneth II of Scotland: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Kenneth II of Scotland? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Kenneth II of Scotland
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Cináed mac Maíl Coluim (Modern Scottish Gaelic: Coinneach mac Mhaoil Chaluim, anglicised Kenneth II, and nicknamed An Fionnghalach, "The Fratricidal"; 932–995) was King of Alba (Scotland) from 971 to 995. The son of Malcolm I (Máel Coluim mac Domnaill), he succeeded King Cuilén (Cuilén mac Iduilb) on the latter's death at the hands of Rhydderch ap Dyfnwal in 971.

Quick facts about Kenneth II of Scotland

  • Full name: Kenneth II of Scotland
  • Born: 0932-01-01
  • Nationality: Scotland
  • Known as: Royal
  • Wikidata ID: Q352800

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Who is Kenneth II of Scotland?

Cináed mac Maíl Coluim (Modern Scottish Gaelic: Coinneach mac Mhaoil Chaluim, anglicised Kenneth II, and nicknamed An Fionnghalach, "The Fratricidal"; 932–995) was King of Alba (Scotland) from 971 to 995.

What nationality is Kenneth II of Scotland?

Kenneth II of Scotland is Scotland.

When was Kenneth II of Scotland born?

Kenneth II of Scotland was born on 0932-01-01.

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