2021
NH6953 : Flagpole, Ormond Hill
taken 3 years ago, near to Avoch, Highland, Scotland
Flagpole, Ormond Hill
This is the site of Ormond Castle on Ormond Hill. It has a historical significance. In 1297, Sir Andrew de Moray raised his Standard at his castle at this very point. This became known as the North Rising. Men under his leadership then travelled to join William Wallace at the famous Battle of Stirling Bridge where the English Army were defeated.
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