Battle of the Largs

Battle of Largs (1263) — A skirmish near Largs, Ayrshire, between Scottish forces and a Norwegian expedition led by King Haakon IV of Norway. Though not a large battle, the engagement contributes to the failure of Norway’s attempted invasion of Scotland. Following bad weather, disorganized landings, and local resistance, the Norwegians abandon their campaign, leaving behind ships and wounded men on the shore. The campaign’s collapse eventually leads to the Treaty of Perth (1266), where Norway cedes the Hebrides and Isle of Man to Scotland.