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The life of Mary, Queen of Scots - National Trust for Scotland
WEBJan 23, 2019 · Mary enjoyed riding and hunting in the French countryside. In April 1558, at the age of 15, Mary married the 14-year-old Dauphin Francis in Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris. A year later, King Henri died, and Mary became Queen of Scotland and France. However, her reign of France was brief, for in 1560 Francis became ill and died.
Viaduct - National Trust for Scotland
WEBViaduct. The Glenfinnan Viaduct is a renowned feat of Victorian engineering and the longest concrete railway bridge in Scotland. It takes the West Highland Railway over the River Finnan 100ft below, on its journey between Fort William and Mallaig – and is one of the most picturesque train rides in the world. Built in the 1890s by ‘Concrete ...
The Battle of Culloden - National Trust for Scotland
WEBThe Battle of Culloden. The course of British, European and world history was changed at Culloden on 16 April 1746. A ferocious war had come to Scotland, dividing families and setting clan against clan. It was here that the Jacobite army took their last stand to reclaim the thrones of Britain from the Hanoverians for a Stuart king.
The history of Scotland - National Trust for Scotland
WEB1750. In the 18th and 19th centuries, Scotland was part of the one of the greatest intellectual and scientific outpourings ever recorded. The Age of Enlightenment saw Scottish thinkers and artists – the likes of Robert Burns, William Adam, Sir Walter Scott and Adam Smith – transform the way we see and understand the world.
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WEBWith over 100 places to explore, thousands of experiences are included with every membership. Join us to protect, enjoy and share your love of Scotland. Make the most of unlimited free entry to over 100 amazing places across Scotland. Discover historic castles, awe-inspiring collections, iconic ...
Culloden - National Trust for Scotland
WEBPowerfully emotive and atmospheric battlefield where the 1745 Jacobite Rising came to a tragic end. Experience the powerful emotions of the Battle of Culloden in our visitor centre’s 360-degree battle immersion theatre, which puts you right in the heart of the action. Discover the true story of the 1745 Rising, from both the Jacobite and ...
The Glencoe Massacre | National Trust for Scotland
WEBThe massacre. Two companies totalling around 120 men, from the Earl of Argyll’s regiment, but led by Captain Robert Campbell of Glenlyon, arrived in Glencoe in late January. They were ‘quartered’ by the MacDonalds, meaning they were given bed and board, for almost two weeks. Although hospitality like this was traditional in the Highlands ...
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