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History & Legends

05
Aug
Across the sea to Barra: Discover history, rebellion and stories that shaped the island

Across the sea to Barra: Discover history, rebellion and stories that shaped the island

7 min read
04
Jul
The Scot who signed America's Declaration of Independence

The Scot who signed America's Declaration of Independence

4 min read
28
May
The statue of Greyfriars Bobby in Edinburgh.

The Lost Greyfriars Bobby

Daniella Theis speaks to author Dave Hunter about the remarkable search for the real-life dog who starred in Disney’s Greyfriars Bobby – and the mission to bring him home to Edinburgh.
8 min read
15
May
Three girls wearing red jackets and kilts, highland dancing on a stage.

From the Vault: Highland Games

Beth McHugh discovers the historic controversy about female competitors in The Scots Magazine's archives
5 min read
16
Apr
Emily and her dog standing by a large stone memorial cairn at the battlefield.

The Battle of Culloden: where Scotland's clans fell

The famous 1746 battle lasted less than an hour,
but its consequences spanned generations. Emily Chalmers visits the site to mark its 280th anniversary.
6 min read
09
Apr
Scotland's unicorn: the strange history behind a mythical national animal

Scotland's unicorn: the strange history behind a mythical national animal

7 min read
02
Apr
Adrian Shine, a man with white hair and a long white beard, in a tweed jacket. He is next to underwater equipment.

Is the Loch Ness Monster real? Inside a scientist's 50-year search for Nessie

Alberto Lejarraga talks to Loch Ness Project founder Adrian Shine as he reflects on his more than half a century of research at the shores of Scotland’s most famous loch.
6 min read
30
Mar
Urquhart Castle on the banks of Loch Ness. There is a rainbow in the background and the water is silvery.

Loch Ness Monster facts: size, sightings and theories

4 min read
30
Mar
A boat sailing across Loch Ness on a bright day. The water is calm.

Monster spotting guide: How to see the Loch Ness Monster

4 min read
30
Mar
An illustration of the Loch Ness Monster.

Timeline: the Loch Ness Monster from ancient legend to modern mystery

4 min read