Blàr nam Fèinne (Battlefield of the Fingalians) on Cnoc na Moine (Hill of the Peat) in The Aird, to the west of

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, is the site of the 11th century battle between Scottish forces led by

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and Norwegian forces led by

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. The site is also traditionally believed to be the location at which Domhnall Ballach, leader of Clan Donald, and his forces were defeated in the 15th century.

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Blar Nam Feinne
{{Scotland-hist-stub Battles involving Scotland History of the Scottish Highlands 11th-century conflicts 11th century in Scotland