Succession
Writes she would rather die than resign her crown
Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03
1569 in Scotland
Explore 8 historical events and records for Scotland in 1569.
Historical records for Scotland in 1569
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January
Trial
Moray returns to Scotland, Elizabeth says nothing has been proven
Trial
Moray returns to Scotland, Elizabeth says nothing has been proven
February
Arrest of Mary of Scots
Moves to Tutbury Castle in Staffordshire
Other events (month unknown)
Arrest of James Hamilton
Returns to Scotland and is imprisoned until, in 1573, when he agrees to recognise Marys infant James as King of Scotland
Defence of the Honour of Queen Mary
Publication of "Defence of the Honour of Queen Mary", supports her English succession
Defence of the Honour of Queen Mary", supports her English succession
Publication of "Defence of the Honour of Queen Mary", supports her English succession
Exile of James Hamilton
Returns to Scotland and is imprisoned until, in 1573, when he agrees to recognise Marys infant James as King of Scotland
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