Alexander II (1214-1249)

Alexander II

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King of Scotland

In office
1214-1249
Preceded by  |  William
Succeeded by  |  Alexander III

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Born  |  August 24, 1198
Haddington, Kingdom of Scotland
Died  |  July 6, 1249
Kerrera, Kingdom of Scotland

Alexander II was famous for his diplomatic skills. He forged an alliance with English barons in a plot to overthrow the unpopular king of England, King John. When this plot succeeded, John's succesor, Henry III, maintained the alliance with Scotland for as long as he lived.