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A biography of James III, the king of Scotland from 1460 to 1488, who was killed at the Battle of Sauchieburn. Learn about his reign, his policies, his family, his rebellions, and his legacy.
James III (born May 1452—died June 11, 1488, near Stirling, Stirling, Scot.) was the king of Scots from 1460 to 1488. A weak monarch, he was confronted with two major rebellions because he failed to win the respect of the nobility.
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Learn about the life and reign of James III, the ninth king of Scotland, who inherited the throne at nine and faced many challenges from England and his nobles. Discover how he lost his kingdom, his son and his life in a tragic coup in 1488.
Learn about the life and rule of James III, who faced rival factions, rebellions and an English invasion. Find out how he lost his throne and his life in 1488.
Jan 15, 2021 · Learn about the life and reign of James III, who ruled Scotland from 1460 to 1488. Find out how he became king at eight, faced rebellions and kidnappings, and was killed in a skirmish.
- Mark Cartwright
Learn about the life and reign of James III, the King of Scotland from 1460 to 1488. Find out how he married Margaret of Denmark, annexed Orkney and Shetland, and was killed by his nobles at Sauchieburn.
(1452–88),king of Scots (1460–88). The eldest of the three sons of James II and Mary of Gueldres, James was born at St Andrews in May 1452. His father's death at the siege of Roxburgh (August 1460) was swiftly followed by the coronation of the 8‐year‐old James III at nearby Kelso abbey.
