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01 November
The Highlands and Islands Development Board opens
08 February
Mary, Queen of Scots, is executed
06 March
Scott Monument architect drowns in the Union Canal
09 March
Adam Smith publishes The Wealth of Nations
18 September
Independence referendum delivers ‘No’ vote
