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History of Scotland
This is about the history of the nation of Scotland. Formerly a Kingdom, Scotland is now part of the United Kingdom. Ask about William Wallace, Robert Bruce, Mary Queen of Scots, John Logie Baird, Adam Smith, David Hume, John Knox, Sir Walter Scott, Robert Burns and other important figures in Scottish history here.
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Why was Mary Queen of Scots sent to live in France?
She was promised to Francis II of France as a bride.
What country is Scotland found in?
Scotland is a country which is within another country: the United Kingdom, also called Britain.
The other three constituent countries of the UK are England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Why was prince charlie nicknamed bonnie?
Because he was the grandson and legal heir of King James II of England and VII of Scotland. His grandfather had been deposed during the Glorious Revolution of 1688 because he was a Catholic. Parliament then decreed that the throne would then pass to the heirs of Sophia, Electress of Hanover, King James' Protestant cousin.
Was there a school named after William Wallace?
William Wallace went to dundee high and that's why theres a house called Wallace house
What were Banquo's thoughts in Act 3 Scene 1?
In Act 3 Scene 1 of the Shakespearean play, Banquo was thinking about the witches' predictions for him and Macbeth [c. 1014-August 15, 1057]. He recalled first that the predictions had come true for Macbeth. Macbeth had gained a powerful noble title as Thane of Cawdor and then an even more powerful royal title as King of Scotland. Banquo considered that prediction as having come true with the help of foul means by Macbeth. Banquo recalled second that the witches had addressed him as father to a long line of kings. He considered it likely that the predictions could come true for him and his family line as well. Whatever direction he was heading with the thought was interrupted by Macbeth's arrival and greeting.
Its not as important as its cracked up to be really. What it did do was help unite Scotland's nobles behind Bruce (jumping on the winning bandwagon) and it got him is wife back from the resulting prisoner exchange.
But it failed to end the war as 1. Edward escaped (so The Bruce couldn't exchange him for recognition of his crown), and the war went on for another 14years until 1328. Because it went on so long Bruce was unable to truly stabilise his throne making future conflict inevitable in his sons reign.
What is the blue face paint worn by William Wallace called?
its called "hollywood nonsense".
Blue body painting was worn by the ancient scots... more than 1000 years before Wallace was born.
However, it is commonly called woad, an indigo-blue dye made from the leaves of woad plants (Isatis tinctoria).
It should be noted that woad dye does not work very well as a paint, and it is uncertain exactly what material the Roman accounts of the Pictii (literally meaning "painted") were referring to, when it came to their blue paint - or even if it was paint - it could have been a form of tatooing.
Why did William Wallace rebel?
William Wallace rebelled because Scottish independence was threatened by the English Edward I and William wanted to protect it.
Why was William Wallace a terrorist?
The tactics employed by Wallace were similar to what you could call 'Terrorist Tactics' today. The main reason was that Wallace, being only a minor knight, was unable to call many men to his banner, so guerrilla tactics were employed to carry out successful opposition.
There are Scottish Regiments within the BRTISH Army. Just as there is no such thing as an English, Welsh or Northern Irish Army (or Air Force and Navy for that matter). There are English, Welsh and N. Irish Regiments within the British Army. Britain is Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland combined.
There is a private army in Scotland that is not well known and is headed by the duke of Atholl.They are called the Atholl Highlanders.
N.B.
In an independent Scotland there WILL be a Scottish Army - which will partly consist of the six Scottish Regiments that the Westminster government destroyed despite massive Scottish opposition from public and political quarters.
What were King James of England's goals?
to get everyone to believe in the Anglican faith and to translate the bible to English
Why do Malcolm and Donalbain decide to flee?
Donalbain and Malcolm were the sons of King Duncan I [d. August 14, 1040]. According to the Shakespearean play 'Macbeth', they were at Inverness Castle the morning after their father and his two royal guards had been murdered. They were suspicious of Macbeth's confession of having killed the guards for having killed their sovereign. They also feared for their lives. So Donalbain escaped to Ireland. He later returned to Scotland to rule as King Donald III [d. 1099]. Malcolm escaped to England. He later returned to Scotland to rule as King Malcolm III [d. November 13, 1093].
Probably the two best candidates for that title would be:
Robert (Rabbie) Burns (1759- 1796), a world-famous and beloved Scottish poet known as "The Bard". Fans worldwide celebrate the anniversary of his birth with "Burns Dinners" on or around January 25th. I hope you did not miss out on the festivities surrounding his 252nd birthday this year, 2011. He is without a doubt Scotland's most famous poet.
The other would be Sir William Wallace (circa 1272 - August 23rd of 1305), also a poet (!) and Guardian of the Realm as brought to life again in "Braveheart" as the topic of Mel Gibson's epic movie of that title.
He led people to fight for Scottish independence in the 13th century.
I say that Robert Burns is good but he's joint 1st place with David Tennant.
(Second opinion-er says) That's not even his REAL NAME! -besides, he's only forty years old!
You're BOTH wrong! -It HAS TO BE Sean Connery! AKA Bond. James Bond. He actually has been polled as "The Greatest Living Scot", and was knighted in July 2000, after having been voted "Sexiest Man of the Century"!
I had never even heard of Sir Willaim Wallace before "Braveheart" came out- and EVERY SCOT I'VE ASKED- and has seen it- bar none- has said that it was so far removed from TRUE history that it should be classified as a fantasy!
How did Britain change between 1750-1900 in work?
In 1750 farming is the most important industry. water wheels, humans or animals provided power.
In 1900 many farmers use machines. coal, steel, iron and textiles are very important industries. most industries use steam power.
How did the battle of bannockburn start?
Dont ask me :P you should of listened in lessons you FAILURE so dont copy and paste it .... FAILURE
What was King James 1 of england famous for?
He was already James VI of Scots when he took the crown of England and was the first monarch to rule the Kingdoms of Scotland and England (union of the crowns). He also authorised the King James version of the Bible.
Is Robert E. Lee related to the Bruce of Scotland?
I am related to Robert the Bruce if you were referring to the one of Scotland
Does the queen have the power to sack the prime minister?
The Queen would not be able to sack the PM without the support of parliament (the majority of which would be made up of the PM's party). However, parliament can remove the royal family if they wish to.
How do you use clan in a sentence?
My clan gather together for our surplus meal we had extras!
(blood related,m]by marrige that is what clan )
How long was Scotland free from England after Bannockburn?
On and off for approx 900 years from the 9th to the 18th century. Some would argue we are still are war with them by other means.
What year did the church of Scotland start?
The Church of Scotland originated in 1560 under John Knox, the great theologian.
Who said 'The Thane of Cawdor lives Why do you dress me In borrowed robes'?
In Act 1 Scene 2, the noblemen Angus and Ross met up with friends and fellow Generals Macbeth [c. 1014-August 15, 1057] and Banquo. In the course of the conversation, Ross said that he was the bearer of good news from King Duncan I [d. August 14, 1040]. The King had given the title and possessions of the Thane of Cawdor to Macbeth. Macbeth didn't know that Cawdor had confessed to betraying his sovereign and asked to be punished. Cawdor held a powerful title and profitable properties. The disposition of Cawdor's earthly titles and possessions was the King's decision to make. Perhaps the King wasn't known for sharing outside of his immediate family. After all, his reward to Banquo for saving crown and county was just a 'thank you'. At any rate, the whole situation was unbelievable to Macbeth even though the witches previously had hailed him as Thane of Cawdor and King of Scotland. First and foremost, he didn't know of Cawdor's execution. And so, in Lines 108-109, Macbeth asked Angus and Ross, 'The Thane of Cawdor lives./Why do you dress me/In borrowed robes'?
What does the scotland flag represent?
The Flag of Scotland is a white saltire, a crux decussate (X-shaped cross) representing the cross of the Christian martyr Saint Andrew, the patron saint of Scotland, on a blue field.
