Assassination of James III
Assassinated during the Battle of Sauchieburn
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1488 in Scotland
Explore 5 historical events and records for Scotland in 1488.
Historical records for Scotland in 1488
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June
Battle of Sauchieburn
Dies in an effort to suppress a nobles revolt
Coronation
Crowned King of Scotland
Death of James III
Death of James III, assassinated during the Battle of Sauchieburn
Other events (month unknown)
Marriage
Marries Margaret, daughter of Henry VII
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