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1153 in Scotland

Explore 5 historical events and records for Scotland in 1153.

Historical records for Scotland in 1153

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May

Coronation

Malcolm IV · House / House of Canmore

Crowned King of Scotland

Death of David I

David I · Carlisle · House / House of Canmore

Death of David I

Other events (month unknown)

Aberdeen

David I · Aberdeen · House / House of Canmore

Makes Aberdeen a royal burgh

Sheriff

David I · House / House of Canmore

During his reign David has founded nine Sheriffdoms based on the Norman model

Succession

Malcolm IV · House / House of Canmore

Succeeds as King of Scotland, grandson of David I

How these records were prepared

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