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1526 in Scotland

Explore 5 historical events and records for Scotland in 1526.

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Historical records for Scotland in 1526

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1526

Arrest of James IV

Douglas, Archibald · Edinburgh · Warfare / Civil War

James IV is held in Edinburgh Castle & Scotland becomes a Douglas kingdom

1526

Coronation

Douglas, Archibald · Westminster Abbey · House / House of Douglas

HasJames V crowned surrounded by 200 Englishmen sent by Jamess uncle, Henry VIII

1526

Coronation

James V · Westminster Abbey · House / House of Stewart

Crowned for a 2nd time by the Earl of Angus

1526

Guardian

Douglas, Archibald · Edinburgh · Guardian-James V · Government / Government of Scotland

Appointed Guardian of the young King James V

1526

Majority

Douglas, Archibald · House / House of Douglas

Declares the majority of James VI

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