Macbeth, a play written by William Shakespeare, depicts Macbeth as a trusted relative, subject, and friend of King Duncan I of Scotland. A trusted friend, until Macbeth has a chance encounter with the “three witches” (Shakespeare) or the “Weird Sisters”. The witches predict that Macbeth will become the next king and that his companion, Banquo, will father a line of kings. A change comes to Macbeth after meeting him; he is no longer content with being a disciple of the King, he “will” be King at all costs. After killing the king and his friend Banquo, losing his wife to madness, and ordering the execution of many people, Macbeth is killed in the same way he killed. But does this really reflect the real King MacBeth of Scotland? While examining the characteristics and actions of the two Macbeths and deciding whether Shakespeare's writing was historically sound or whether it was simply "double, double, toil and trouble" (4.1.22-26), in playing with the character of MacBeth. In order to keep our two characters separate, the Shakespearean character will be called Macbeth and the real historical character MacBeth or King MacBeth, depending on the era. The following areas will be examined to find the "real" MacBeth: inheritance and title, personality, deeds and deaths. Inheritance will determine legitimacy as heir to the throne and title to reflect rank and class; their personality, their actions and their death to illustrate their dignity of being king. In 1005, MacBeth MacFindlaech was born to Findlaech MacRuaridh and Doada, daughter of Malcolm I, placing him on the throne. It was around the same time that his grandfather (Malcolm II) became king. As was required for the children of important leaders, M...... middle of paper ......ge Accommodation in castles, chalets, hotels, guesthouses, boats, dream weddings, Living History and History Magazine. Internet. February 26, 2011. Celtic law. “MacBeth MacFindlaech.” EHistory at OSU | Welcome to EHistory. Internet. February 28, 2011. “Macbeth Character Analysis.” » Angelfire: Welcome to Angelfire. Internet. February 28, 2011. “Macbeth, King of Scotland.” Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Internet. February 26, 2011. “Macbeth.” Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Internet. February 28, 2011.McAllister, Neil H. “Macbeth Was Trapped. By Neil Harding McAlister (Neil McAlister)Brigadoonery Canada. » Durham.Net - Durham's premium Internet service provider. Internet. February 28, 2011. Tuchman, Mitch. "The Real Macbeth - The Real Macbeth - Los Angeles Times." Featured Articles from the Los Angeles Times. August 10, 1986. The web. February 25, 2011. Wells, Catherine. “The real Macbeth.” Net SFF. Internet. February 28. 2011.