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.
Saint Adomnan of Iona died - On this day in history
23 September 2021
The Battle of Prestonpans was fought - On this day in Scottish history
22 September 2021
The QE2 passenger liner was launched - On this day in history
20 September 2021
Painter William Dyce was born - On this day in history
19 September 2021
Historian Gilbert Burnet was born - On this day in history
18 September 2021
David Dunbar Buick was born - On this day in history
17 September 2021
On this day in Scottish history - King James VII of Scotland died
16 September 2021
Geographer Robert Gordon was born - On this day in history
14 September 2021
