David I

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David I

1082?-1153.

King of Scotland (1124-1153) who transformed Scotland into a feudalistic society.

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David I

(Biography) 1084–1153, king of Scotland (1124–53) who supported his niece Matilda's claim to the English throne and unsuccessfully invaded England on her behalf

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Da•vid I

(ˈdeɪ vɪd)
n.

1084–1153, king of Scotland 1124–53.

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