Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03

1743 in Scotland

Explore 4 historical events and records for Scotland in 1743.

Historical records for Scotland in 1743

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October

Death of John Campbell

Campbell, John · House / House of Campbell

Death of John Campbell

December

Declaration of King James

Stewart, James Francis Edward · Warfare / Jacobite Rebellion

The "Declaration of King James" is signed by James Francis Edward Stuart to be published in the event of a successful French landing, James also signed a separate Declaration for Scotland, denouncing the "pretended union"

Prince Regent

Stewart, Charles Edward · House / House of Stuart

Charles's father named him Prince Regent, giving him authority to act in his name

Other events (month unknown)

Brigadier General

Campbell, John · Brigadier · Warfare / Military

Appointed Brigadier

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