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.
Dr George Cathcart, instigator of the Proms, died
04 January 2021
Playwright O H Mavor was born - On this day in history
03 January 2021
Charles II was crowned king of Scotland - On this day in history
01 January 2021
The Albion Motor Company was founded - On this day in history
30 December 2020
Glasgow scientist Thomas Graham was born - On this day in history
21 December 2020
