Guardian
Appointed Guardian, 1 of 6 Guardians ruling Scotland
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1286 in Scotland
Explore 17 historical events and records for Scotland in 1286.
Historical records for Scotland in 1286
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March
Coronation
Crowned Queen of Scotland
Death of Alexander III
Leaves his 3 year old granddaughter Margaret, the "Maid of Norway", as his heir. Death of Alexander III, rides a horse off a cliff
Interregnum
Alexander III died after falling from his horse, leaving Scotland without an adult monarch.
Succession
Alexander III appoints Margaret successor, the only descendent of William the Lion
April
Interregnum
William Fraser became one of six Guardians appointed to govern during Margaret's minority.
Other events (month unknown)
Birth of James Douglas
Birth of James Douglas, son of the 1st Lord Douglas
Death of Margaret Maid of Norway
Scotland is left with an infant Queen, Margaret "Maid of Norway"
Interregnum
Alexander Comyn served among the Guardians during the first succession interregnum.
Interregnum
John Comyn of Badenoch joined the collective regency governing the kingdom.
Interregnum
Duncan of Fife became a Guardian representing the leading Scottish nobility.
Interregnum
Margaret was recognised as Alexander III's heir while remaining in Norway.
Interregnum
James Stewart served as a Guardian while Scotland awaited Margaret's arrival.
Marriage
Marries Yolande, daughter of the Count of Dreux. Falsely rumoured his wife is pregnant by him at his death a few months later
Regency
Appointed Chief of the 3 Regents who rule Scotland after the death of Alexander III
Succession
Succeeds as Queen of Scotland. 6 Guardians are appointed to govern Scotland because Margaret is only 3 yrs old
Visit to Gascony
Visits Edward I & suggests Margaret Maid of Norway should marry Edward of Carnarvon
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