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Death of Esther Inglis, calligrapher and miniaturist.
Death of Esther Inglis, calligrapher and miniaturist. Esther Inglis, a renowned calligrapher and miniaturist of the late 16th and early 17th centuries, died on August 30, 1624. Inglis was born around 1571, likely in Edinburgh, Scotland, and she became famous for her exquisite calligraphy and intricate miniature books, which she often dedicated to prominent figures of the time, including royalty and nobility. …

King James III crowned at Kelso Abbey.
King James III crowned at Kelso Abbey. King James III of Scotland was not crowned at Kelso Abbey. Instead, he was crowned at Kelso Abbey at the age of nine in 1460. However, Kelso Abbey was associated with his coronation as his son, James IV, would later be linked to the border region. …

Battle of Athenry, Irish rising in support of Edward Bruce
Battle of Athenry, Irish rising in support of Edward Bruce The Second Battle of Athenry took place on the 10th August 1316 and was one of the most decisive battles of the Bruce Wars. It was in many ways part of a war within a war, as Felim mac Aedh Ua Conchobair wished to make himself Supreme King of Connacht, without opposition, and to expell the Normans to regain the lands and power that his family had enjoyed prior to their arrival in 1232. He gathered an impressive array of allies - the Kings of Meath, Brefine, Annaly, Leney, Hy-Many, Ui Fiachrach Muaidhe, and Munster. …