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06 March
Scott Monument architect drowns in the Union Canal
27 August
Foundation stone laid for the National Monument of Scotland
09 March
Adam Smith publishes The Wealth of Nations
01 November
The Highlands and Islands Development Board opens
14 November
Dounreay fast breeder reactor goes online
