Revolution of 1688
Soon after this event, William, Prince of Orange, started on his expedition to England. Mackay's division led the invading corps. In January 1689 Mackay was appointed major-general commanding in chief in Scotland. In this capacity he was called upon to deal with the formidable insurrection headed by John, Viscount Dundee. In the Battle of Killiecrankie, Mackay was severely defeated, but the Jacobite victory was nullified by the death of Dundee. Thereafter, Mackay, displaying unexpected energy, subdued the Highlands in one summer. In 1690 he founded Fort William at Inverlochy.
In 1691 he distinguished himself in the brilliant victory at the Battle of Aughrim, and in 1692, with the rank of lieutenant-general, he commanded the British division of the allied army in Flanders.
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