 The last Gaelic Earl of Strathearn was deprived of his title in 1344 when the MacLarens came under pressure from their more powerful neighbours.In 1468 the Clan MacLaren fought in support of the Clan Stewart of Appin at the Battle of Stalc.The MacLarens also fought alongside the Stewarts of Appin at the Battle of Black Mount in 1497 or 1498.