Assassination of James Stewart
Moray is shot dead in Linlithgow by Hamilton of Bothwellhaugh, a supporter of Mary
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1570 in Scotland
Explore 7 historical events and records for Scotland in 1570.
Historical records for Scotland in 1570
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January
Death of James Stewart
Death of James Stewart of Moray, shot dead in Linlithgow by Hamilton of Bothwellhaugh, a supporter of Mary
Other events (month unknown)
Arrest of James VI
The Hamiltons & Gordons break into Stirling Castle & capture the young King
Assassination of James Stewart
Moray is assassinated by James Hamilton of Bothwell by Mary Queen of Scots supporters
Burial
Preaches at the Earl of Morays funeral
Mary Considered Alternative English Monarch
The conspiracy promoted Mary Queen of Scots as a potential successor to Elizabeth I if a Catholic uprising succeeded.
Regency
Appointed Regent of Scotland after the assassination of Moray
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