From the birth of Robbie Burns to the invention of the waterbed – Scotland has a fascinating history to explore. Don't miss our free weekly update.
We'll never sell your data and you can unsubscribe in an instant.
28 September
Queen Victoria lays the foundation stone of the new Balmoral Castle
01 July
Naval hero Admiral Adam Duncan is born in Dundee
27 October
National Library of Scotland architect dies
17 July
The Bank of Scotland is founded
05 May
Construction begins at Sutherland Spaceport