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27 September
The Queen Mother unveils the Commando Monument
29 May
Cardinal David Beaton is assassinated at St Andrews
01 November
The Highlands and Islands Development Board opens
17 July
The Bank of Scotland is founded
18 September
Independence referendum delivers ‘No’ vote