The early life of Mary Queen of Scots

On the death of James V in 1542, the six-day old Mary Stuart became Queen of Scotland. Henry VIII of England wanted her to marry his son and set about trying to make this happen. However, Scotland formed a new alliance with France and Mary became engaged to Francois II.

22 November 2012

4 minutes

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A History of Scotland—Series 1, Project Britain

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The Protestant Reformation sweeping Europe opened up a fresh divide in Scottish politics.
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