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Shining in History – Five Scottish Heroines

Shining in History – Five Scottish Heroines

| April 2, 2013 | 0 Comments

Upon the death of Scottish Doctor and Suffragist Elsie Inglis, Winston Churchill remarked that Inglis and her band of nurses would ‘shine in history’. From a Lady who raised rebel troops, to a seafaring businesswoman, here are five real-life heroines who have shone against the backdrop of Scottish history: Dr. Elsie Inglis – Surgeon and [...]

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Brave Little John MacAndrew

Brave Little John MacAndrew

| March 30, 2010 | 1 Comment

John MacAndrew also known as Ian Beag Macandra was the most excellent archer that the Highlands or probably Scotland has ever produced. Tho not tall in stature he was brave at heart, he was known as Little John MacAndrew.  There are many tales of heroic deeds, most about fighting off cattle thieves.  I have managed [...]

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