On this day in history
Discover what happened on this day in Scottish history with our daily guides. Covering everything from Scottish monarchy to Scottish inventors, authors and explorers, the daily update provides an insight into the country's colourful past and the many inventive, inspirational Scots to have influenced the nation.
Arthur Elphinstone was executed - On this day in history
18 August 2022
The Battle of Verneuil was fought - On this day in history
17 August 2022
Carolina Nairne was born - On this day in history
16 August 2022
King Robert III was born - On this day in history
14 August 2022
Sir William Craigie was born - On this day in history
13 August 2022
Corries singer Roy Williamson died - On this day in history
12 August 2022
Philanthropist Andrew Carnegie died - On this day in history
11 August 2022
Artist Allan Ramsay died - On this day in history
10 August 2022
Engineer Thomas Telford was born - On this day in history
09 August 2022
