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John Comyn
MedievalPoliticianScotland1274 — 1306
Red Comyn, rival of Bruce, stabbed in Greyfriars church.
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Quick Facts
Born
1274
Died
1306
Country
Scotland
Era
Medieval
Occupation
Politician
Score Overview
Military (10%)27
Political (20%)34
Influence (20%)48
Legacy (20%)39
Leadership (15%)45
Strategy (15%)52
Total Score41.4
John Comyn — Complete Timeline
1306 AD
Murder of John ComynPolitical Action
John Comyn was stabbed by Robert the Bruce and his followers at Greyfriars Church in Dumfries. The murder, which violated sanctuary, eliminated Bruce's main rival for the Scottish throne and triggered Bruce's coronation and renewed war with England.
Scottish Wars of IndependenceAssassinationPower Struggle
Impact: nationaldestructive
Detailed Scores
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Military
Strategy
4
Tactics
4
Battles
4
Army Scale
4
War Impact
4
Political
Governance
7
Reform
7
Stability
7
Policy
8
Power
8
Influence
History
8
Global
8
Culture
8
Ideology
9
Legacy
8
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