Who was Edward Bruce? Edward Bruce was a notable historical figure from the early 14th century. He was the younger brother of Robert the Bruce, who was the King of Scots. Edward played a significant role in supporting his brother during the struggle for the Scottish crown from 1306 to 1314. In 1315, Edward Bruce […]
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Ancient Legacies: 10 Castles Held by the Original Clans Fortunes rise and fall but these clans managed to hold on to these castles throughout the generations. Some of them are even still lived in by the chief! Isn’t it fascinating how some legacies endure through the ages? These castles are not just architectural marvels; they’re
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In Defense of the Scottish Renaissance Army In the early 16th century, Scotland suffered a series of devastating defeats, which scored the Scots a reputation for backwardness. At Flodden (1513), Solway Moss (1542), and Pinkie (1547), though numerically superior, Scottish armies were well beaten by the English. To many, the armies of Scotland seemed almost
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The Highland Charge – The Famous Shock Tactic of the Scottish Clans The Highland Charge was the shock tactic that scored the Scottish clans of the 17th and 18th centuries a reputation as fearless and fierce fighters. But this charge is usually only known for its disastrous application at the Battle of Culloden in 1746.
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Scotland’s Ancient DNA Revealed Embark on a fascinating journey through Scotland’s genetic history, spanning 12,000 years! Discover how waves of migration – from Mesolithic hunter-gatherers to Vikings and Normans – have shaped Scottish DNA. Learn about groundbreaking studies revealing unexpected connections to Siberian tribes and North African genes. We’ll explore regional genetic clusters, the origins
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The King’s Caves – Isle of Arran Did Robert The Bruce hide out here? A quick tour of the King’s Caves on the Isle of Arran, formed by a glacier around ten thousand years ago. Follow my adventures as I travel through the landscapes and history of Scotland. I make quick, quirky and (hopefully) funny
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Robert the Bruce and the Isle of Arran SCOTLAND Come with Evelyn Edwards as she explores the beautiful Isle of Arran in Scotland, Robert the Bruce, and the amazing castle ruins of Lochranza, Kildonan, and Brodick Castle. Evelyn Edwards is a successful American actress and photographer. She has appeared on such shows as National Geographic’s
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Edward had accomplished little, and while David had kept his throne and his nation’s freedom, the disconnect between the Scots and the English would never be fully resolved. This war was over, but it wasn’t the first, and wouldn’t be the last. Nor would it be Scotland’s final bid for independence…
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1700’s Scotland – Highland life 300 years ago. The Highland Folk Museum. Scotland A virtual tour around The Highland Folk Museum at Newtonmore in the Highlands of Scotland. Take a step back through time into villages from the 1700’s 1800’s and 1900’s with the 1700’s village used for filming the TV series Outlander. Favorite
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Which Clans Fought at the Battle of Culloden? Which Clans Fought at the Battle of Culloden? Which clans fought at the Battle of Culloden? On the 16th of April 1746, the last pitched battle to take place on British soil resulted in a resounding victory for the British under the command of Duke of Cumberland
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