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Scotland
Questions related to the country of Scotland, which is located at the northern end of the island of Great Britain. The island lies close to the Atlantic coast of Europe. Scotland together with Northern Ireland, England and Wales comprises the nation called The United Kingdom
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Information about Sir William Ramsay in Scotland?
There are two William Ramsays who have born titles.
The first was William Ramsay who was created Earl of Dalhousie in 1633, and who died in 1672.
The second was Sir William Ramsay, Baronet of Bamff, who died 1807.
What did the Clyde river patrol do?
During WW2 they patrolled the upper and lower reaches of the Clyde to gourock looking for any mines dropped by the Luftwaffe and generally did a 'policing' job on the river.
My father served with them.
Scottish (2 't's). The kilt is mainly worn at weddings and special occasions these days.
How far is cumbernauld from aberdeen?
Glasgow to Cumbernauld is a 25-30 minute bus journey. It is around 14 miles between the two. Depending on the bus you take, it may travel through other towns which increases the journey time. There is also a more direct bus.
What is the curency of Scotland?
In Scotland, and indeed in the rest of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the currency is the Great British Pount, GBP.
What statement best describes Scotland and Wales?
Scotland and Wales are just two of the four countries that comprise the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
Great Britain and Northern Ireland comprises four countries.
Scotland. Not an island.
Wales.Not an island .
England. Not an island.
Northern Ireland. Attached to Southern Ireland but part of the United Kingdom .
All the four countries are proud nations that form the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
The tempering balance is of course provided by Scotland.
What qualifications are similar in England which is hnd in Scotland?
England also has the HND qualification.
What is the record for driving between Land's End Cornwall and John O'Groats Scotland?
Land's End to John o' Groats is the traversal of the whole length of the island of Great Britain between two extremities; in the southwest and northeast. The traditional distance by road is 874 miles (1,407 km) and takes most cyclists ten to fourteen days; the record for running the route is nine days. Off-road walkers typically walk about 1,200 miles (1,900 km) and take two or three months for the expedition.
On 17 September 1988, Andrew Frankel and Mark Connaughton drove from Land's End to John o'Groats in a standard production Alfa Romeo 164 in 12 hours 30 minutes, including stops for refuelling.
I would love to live in Scotland as a gypsy.
I couldn't be sure what this would entail.
My Cameron blood, technically makes us French Sympathizers, and I am not sure that will carry. In addition to being poor.
I have aspirations, and don't believe in a welfare system. But if
I am to delve into a world of private properties quarantining everyone, I am without doubt it will be a disgruntled, heartless, mute land of cynicism, and with that coincides greed.
Is Scotland an easy place to acquire or ascertain land?
Where can you find Degu breaders in Scotland?
I'm not sure why you'd want to eat a degu! xD Just kidding. Do you know if degus are legal in Scotland? There are some countries in which they are illegal, so be sure to check that out. I've checked online, and I can't seem to find anyone over there who is selling them. If you ask this question on Yahoo! Answers, you may get a better answer.\ Good luck.
What year was Scotland discovered?
That's a very generalised question, in what way do you mean discovered? It is estimated the first group of Hunter gatherers arrived there after the ice age 12,800 years ago
What is the largest Orkney Island?
Mainland (sometimes known as Pomona) is the biggest of the Orkney Islands.
Why is Monday so far to Friday and Friday so close to Monday?
because the people who thought of the days of the week made it that way.
Does Scotland remain under Britain rule?
Scotland is part of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
How do you say light in Scottish?
The term Scottish is ambiguous. It could mean the dialect of English spoken in Scotland (think Robert Burns) or the Scottish Gaelic (Celtic) language. If the latter is intended the question should be phrased 'How do you say light in Scottish Gaelic'.
Furthermore, the question could be more easily answered if it were used in a sentence.
"I saw the light." "It was light in weight." etc.
Who owns shetland and orkney islands?
The Orkney Islands are part of Scotland, which is in turn a part of the United Kingdom.
The Orkneys are part of Scotland, UK.
Why do Scottish people wear skean dhu?
A skean dhu is only worn as part of full Highland Dress which is only used on formal occasions like weddings or special functions. The rest of the time, people dress in the same way as any other Western country.
