Birth by 879
Constantine II, son of King Áed, is born no later than 879 into the dynasty later associated with the House of Alpin.
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879 in Scotland
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Historical records for Scotland in 879
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Gaelic Name Causantin mac Aeda
Constantine II is known in Gaelic sources as Causantín mac Áeda, identifying him as the son of King Áed.
Grandson of Kenneth I
Constantine II is a grandson of Kenneth I through his father Áed, linking him directly to the dynasty that preceded the Kingdom of Alba.
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