This brief insight into Scottish history will introduce you to some of our great heroes, and villains. At best our history could be described as turbulent, colourful, and bloody. Following … [Read more...]
Bonnie Prince Charlie: Young Pretender
A rowing boat arrived at Loch Shiel on the afternoon of 19th August 1745, carrying a determined young man, known as 'Bonnie Prince Charlie' preparing to fight for the Stuarts' cause, and his father's … [Read more...]
Story of Greyfriars Bobby: A Truly Heartwarming And Inspiring Tale
Over 160 years ago, a wee Skye Terrier was about to become the most famous dog in Scotland’s history. Greyfriars Bobby is a remarkable story, and a heart warming tale. On 15th February 1858, in … [Read more...]
William Wallace: “Every Man Dies, Not Every Man Really Lives”
Reputed to have been born in Elderslie in the 1270s, William Wallace was a freedom fighter for Scotland and Ireland against England, near the end of the 13th century. My interest in Scottish … [Read more...]
Robert The Bruce: One of Scotland’s Great Heroes
The dream held for so long by William Wallace was eventually realised by Robert the Bruce. Strange, considering they had completely different objectives to start with. The Bruce was born into … [Read more...]
The Mysterious Loch Ness: Is There Really A Monster In The Loch?
Loch Ness cuts a great divide along 'The Great Glen', a 60 mile fissure caused by glaciers during the ice age, and it is well known for tales of a legendary monster. This mysterious loch has … [Read more...]
Profile of Andrew Carnegie
He was born on 25th November 1835 in Dunfermline, Scotland, and Andrew Carnegie was to become one of the most successful industrialists in American history, and one of the most remarkable "rags to … [Read more...]
The Infamous Glencoe Massacre: A Shameful Episode In Scottish History
The Glencoe Massacre, probably the most infamous and shameful episode in Scottish history, has led to ill feeling between two Scottish clans for hundreds of years. If you are ever fortunate … [Read more...]
Profile of Robert Burns
Scotland's most famous poet, Robert Burns had a short and colourful life that was the cause of many a raised eyebrow within the Church and the local community. Burns was born in the village of … [Read more...]
Significant Scottish Dates
Given Scotlands' turbulent history and our record of achievement for such a small nation, there are many significant Scottish dates that are worth remembering. Apart from our historical timeline … [Read more...]