Battle of Boyne

The Battle of the Boyne, occurring on July 1, 1690, near the River Boyne in Ireland, was a pivotal conflict between the deposed Catholic King James VII and the Protestant King William II during the Williamite War in Ireland.

The battle solidified William's rule over England, Scotland, and Ireland, contributing to the consolidation of Protestant hegemony and the continuation of the Protestant monarchy in Scotland. The repercussions of the battle echoed through centuries, influencing the religious and political landscape in Scotland by bolstering Protestant ascendancy and marginalizing Catholic influence in the governance and sociopolitical structure of the kingdom.