The History of Scotland Magazine
Every month we will feature articles relating to the history of Scotland – famous people, famous battles, famous places etc. These will build over the months into a full and intriguing insight into the history of this ancient land.
The History of Hogmanay
Only one nation in the world can celebrate the New Year or Hogmanay with such revelry and passion – the Scots! But what are the actual origins of Hogmanay, and why should a tall dark stranger be a welcome visitor after midnight?
Battle of Byland
In October 1322 during the Wars of Scottish Independence, the Battle of Byland was an important and significant victory for the Scots…
St Andrew, Patron Saint of Scotland
Read about the life of St Andrew, Patron Saint of Scotland.
Scottish Piper War Heroes
A tale of two very brave Scottish pipers, Piper Daniel Laidlaw VC and Piper Bill Millin…
Alexander Fleming
In 1999, Sir Alexander Fleming was named in Time magazine’s list of the 100 Most Important People of the 20th century. This eminent scientist is most famous for his discovery of the first antibiotic, Penicillin…
The Battle Of Prestonpans, September 21st 1745
The Battle of Prestonpans was the first significant conflict in the second Jacobite Rising. The Jacobites achieved a stunning victory…
Keir Hardie
Keir Hardie played an important role in British political history. He was the founder of the Labour Party, the first Leader of the Labour Party and the first ever Labour Member of Parliament…
The Darien Scheme
The story of Scotland’s Darien Scheme, one of the most ambitious colonial schemes attempted in the 17th century.