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Margaret (Norwegian: Margrete, Scottish Gaelic: Maighread; March or April 1283 – September 1290), known as the Maid of Norway, was the queen-designate of Scotland from 1286 until her death. As she was never crowned, her status as monarch is uncertain and has been debated by historians.
Sep 26, 2015 · The story of Margaret, the Maid of Norway, is short and sad. The little girl died before her 8th birthday, and before she ever set foot in the country of which she was Queen. And her death set into a motion a chain of events that would see Scotland torn apart by war for years to come.
Margaret, Maid of Norway was chosen to be Queen of Scotland when she was only three years old. Her unfortunate death left Scotland without a King or Queen. Find out about Margaret, Maid...
Margaret, Maid of Norway (c. 1283–1290) Child-queen of Scotland . Name variations: Margaret of Norway; Margaret Ericsdottir.
Margaret, Maid of Norway lived from 9 April 1283 to 26 September 1290 and was Queen of Scotland from 19 March 1286 to 26 September 1290. She was the granddaughter of Alexander III. Her mother, also called Margaret, was wife of King Eirik II of Norway, but had died giving birth to her.
May 1, 2014 · Margaret, Maid of Norway and Queen of Scots. By Susan Abernethy. Margaret was called Queen but was never crowned. She was known as Lady of Scotland, Margaret of Scotland and the Maid of Norway. The story of her life is very poignant and short lived.
Sep 26, 2023 · Margaret, Maid of Norway, had a short and tragic life. Born in Norway, she was proclaimed Queen of Scotland at age three. Great plans were made for her by her great uncle Edward I of England, but they never came to pass. She died aged seven.
