Daniel Defoe visited Glasgow in 1707 as an agent of the English government, but his description of the city shows that he was quite taken with what he found there. Continue reading Daniel Defoe visits Glasgow – 1707
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Scotland declares its independence – 1320
In the Declaration of Arbroath of 1320, Scotland asserted its independence as a nation. Here is the text in full. Continue reading Scotland declares its independence – 1320