# otd maryqueenofscots scottishhistory jimcrumley literaryfestival

in 1570 James Stewart was assassinated in Linlithgow. He had ruled Scotland as regent since the abdication of his half sister in 1567. He was shot by a supporter of Mary in the first recorded assassination by firearm in history

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2019-01-23

Today is the birthday of Linlithgow Pursuivant Extraordinary. Happy birthday, Linlithgow!

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2018-03-08