David II of Scotland vs Sulayman of Mali

David II was crowned King of Scots at Scone Abbey at age five, following the death of his father Robert the Bruce. The coronation was overseen by regents, as David was a minor, and it continued the Bruce dynasty's rule.

David II led a Scottish invasion of England but was defeated at Neville's Cross near Durham. He was wounded and captured by English forces, remaining a prisoner for eleven years. The defeat weakened Scotland and led to English occupation of southern Scotland.

David II was held captive in England for eleven years after his capture at Neville's Cross. He was imprisoned in the Tower of London and later at Odiham Castle, while Scotland was governed by regents and paid a large ransom for his release.

David II was released from English captivity after the Treaty of Berwick was signed. Scotland agreed to pay a ransom of 100,000 marks over ten years for his freedom, placing a heavy financial burden on the kingdom.

David II proposed to the Scottish Parliament that Edward III of England or his son be named heir to the Scottish throne if David died without children. The proposal was rejected by Parliament, who feared English domination.

Sulayman succeeded his brother Mansa Musa as ruler of the Mali Empire. His reign is noted for the visit of the Moroccan scholar Ibn Battuta, who recorded detailed observations of the empire's court, economy, and social customs.

Sulayman faced a rebellion from one of his wives or a faction within the court. He successfully suppressed the uprising, maintaining his control over the empire. The event highlighted internal political tensions within the Keita dynasty.

The traveler Ibn Battuta visited the court of Mansa Sulayman in Niani. He documented the lavish court ceremonies, the mansa's authority, and the social hierarchy. His writings provide a key historical source on the Mali Empire at its height.