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James III of Scotland. James III (10 July 1451/May 1452 – 11 June 1488) was King of Scots from 1460 until his death at the Battle of Sauchieburn in 1488. He inherited the throne as a child following the death of his father, King James II, at the siege of Roxburgh Castle. James III's reign began with a minority that lasted almost a decade ...
- 3 August 1460 – 11 June 1488
- Mary of Guelders
Mar 15, 2024 · James III 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. James received the crown at the age of eight upon the death of his father, King James II. Scotland was governed first by James’s
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Learn about the life and death of James III, the last Scottish monarch to be assassinated by his own nobles. Find out how he ruled Scotland during a period of political turmoil, war and intrigue, and how he faced the English threat and the challenges of his own family.
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Jan 15, 2021 · Definition. James III of Scotland reigned as king from 1460 to 1488. He succeeded his father James II of Scotland (r. 1437-1460) at the age of eight, which led to some nobles taking advantage of the king's minority and even abducting him. James was also challenged by his two brothers and again by his eldest son during a thoroughly unpopular ...
- Mark Cartwright
A biography of James III, the eldest son of James II and the King of Scotland from 1460 to 1488. Learn about his life, achievements, controversies and legacy in Scotland and Europe. Find out how he annexed Orkney and Shetland, married Margaret of Denmark, and died at the Battle of Sauchieburn.
A biography of James III, the last of the Stewart monarchs who ruled Scotland from 1460 to 1488. Learn about his life, rule, marriage, conflict and death in this article by BBC Scotland's History. Find out how he expanded Scotland's territories, alienated his nobles and family, and faced a rebellion that ended his reign.
1464. James III of Scotland completes two tours of his kingdom. 9 Jul 1466. James III of Scotland is kidnapped by Alexander and Robert Boyd. 13 Jul 1469. James III of Scotland marries Margaret of Denmark. 1474. James III of Scotland arranges for his son James to marry Cecily, the daughter of Edward IV of England. 1479.
