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Sex, murder and Highland bandits: 17th century Scotland s crime wave

He was the Godfather of his day, a swaggering blackguard with a crew of faithful followers and a bloodthirsty desire for wealth and status which he…

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Scottish writer Josephine Tey to be honoured on women s memorial map

Scottish writer Josephine Tey to be honoured on women s memorial map
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Notorious adultery case in 17th century Scotland recalled in new comic

A story of sex and betrayal from Scotland’s criminal past has provided inspiration for a new take on the country’s history – in the form of a comic book. Experts from the University of Dundee have produced The Persecution of Jean Lands, charting the conviction of Daniel Nicholson a

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On this day in history, March 24, 1603, King James I ascends to throne: American colonizer, Bible namesake

King James I, who previously ruled Scotland as King James VI, gained English throne following death of Queen Elizabeth I on this day in history, March 24, 1603.

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Trace your Scottish ancestors with help from experts launching new talk series

Trace your Scottish ancestors with help from experts launching new talk series
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