Events for March 02

March 2, 1316

Birth of Robert II of Scotland ensures royal succession of Robert the Bruce

Robert II of Scotland was born on March 2, 1316, and he was the first monarch of the House of Stewart (Stuart), ruling from 1371 until his death in 1390. His birth ensured the royal succession of Robert the Bruce (Robert I), his maternal grandfather, whose efforts secured Scotland’s independence from English domination during the First War of Scottish Independence.

March 2, 1838

Clydesdale Bank founded in Glasgow.

In March 1838, an advertisement appeared for a new joint stock banking company in Glasgow, the Clydesdale Banking Company. It was to be “chiefly a local bank – having few branches – but correspondents everywhere” though it was conceded that a branch in Edinburgh would be necessary.

March 2, 1888

Birth in Dublin of Cyril Bentham Falls, military historian and journalist

Cyril Bentham Falls CBE (2 March 1888 – 23 April 1971) was a 20th-century British military historian, journalist, and academic, noted for his works on the First World War.

March 2, 1990

The Queen officially inaugurated Glasgows year as Cultural Capital of Europe

The Queen officially inaugurated Glasgow’s year as the European Capital of Culture on March 2, 1990. Glasgow was named the European Capital of Culture for the year 1990, marking a significant achievement and recognition for the city. This event was part of a broader initiative by the European Union to promote and celebrate cultural diversity and richness among its member states. Each year, one or more cities are selected to showcase their cultural life and development, encouraging cultural exchanges and the integration of European culture.