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.

King James VI of Scotland was born - On this day in history

19 June 2022

The Battle of Waterloo was fought - On this day in history

18 June 2022

Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned at Loch Leven Castle - On this day in history

17 June 2022

Golfer Tom Morris was born - On this day in history

16 June 2022

Television pioneer John Logie Baird died - On this day in history

14 June 2022

Scientist James Clerk Maxwell was born - On this day in history

13 June 2022

Astronomer David Gill was born - On this day in history

12 June 2022

Mary of Guise died - On this day in history

11 June 2022

The Battle of Glen Shiel took place - On this day in history

10 June 2022

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