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1165 in Scotland

Explore 3 historical events and records for Scotland in 1165.

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Historical records for Scotland in 1165

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December

9 December 1165

Coronation

William I the Lion · House / House of Canmore

Crowned King of Scotland

9 December 1165

Death of Malcolm IV

Malcolm IV · House / House of Canmore

Death of Malcolm IV

Other events (month unknown)

1165

Succession

William I the Lion · House / House of Canmore

Succeeds as King of Scotland, succeeding his unmarried brother

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