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.
On this day in Scottish history - King James VII of Scotland died
16 September 2020
The Hector emigrant ship left Loch Broom bound for Canada
15 September 2020
Geographer Robert Gordon was born - On this day in history
14 September 2020
The Battle of Pinkie Cleugh was fought - On this day in history
10 September 2020
Film director Alexander Mackendrick was born - On this day in history
08 September 2020
Scottish playwright John Home died - On this day in history
05 September 2020
The final Glasgow tram left Dalmuir - On this day in history
04 September 2020