David Stewart, Duke of Rothesay
Scottish prince · United Kingdom · On the map · Historical Figures · Lived 1378 to 1402 · aged 23
David Stewart was the eldest son of Robert III of Scotland and his wife, Annabella Drummond. The heir apparent to the Scottish throne from 1390 until his death, David held the titles of Prince of Scotland, Duke of Rothesay, and Earl of Carrick.
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David negotiated with John of Gaunt over Scottish claims to Jedforest, pictured here, in 1398.
Events at Dumbarton Castle, pictured here, triggered David's rise to power at the end of 1398.
Henry IV of England, who challenged David by invading Scotland in 1400.
The appearance of the Great Comet of 1402 was interpreted as symbolizing David's death.About this person
David was named by a general council to rule Scotland as regent, on behalf of his infirm and politically ineffective father, in 1399. He was responsible for the defense of Scotland during the English invasion in 1400. After coming into conflict with his uncle, Robert Stewart, Duke of Albany, David was arrested and removed from power in late 1401. He died in mysterious circumstances at Falkland Palace shortly afterwards. David's younger brother, James, eventually succeeded their father as King of Scots.
