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1573 in Scotland

Explore 4 historical events and records for Scotland in 1573.

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Historical records for Scotland in 1573

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May

May 1573

Siege of Edinburgh Castle

Mary of Scots · Edinburgh · House / House of Stewart

Marys stronghold of Edinburgh Castle falls to the English

Other events (month unknown)

1573

Death of Archibald Campbell

Campbell, Archibald · Lord High Chancellor · House / House of Campbell

Death of Archibald Campbell

1573

Privy Councillor

Douglas, Archibald · Privy Councillor · House / House of Douglas

Appointed Privy Councillor

1573

Sheriff

Douglas, Archibald · Sheriff of Berwickshire · House / House of Douglas

Appointed Sheriff of Berwickshire

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