James I
King of Scotland and author
Born
July 25th, 1394
630 years ago
Died
April 6th, 1362
663 years ago — -33 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Scotland
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Ascended the throne of Scotland in 1406, initially faced challenges due to captivity in England. Established a more centralized monarchy and worked to improve governance and justice in Scotland. Wrote 'The Kingis Quair', a notable work reflecting his experiences and thoughts during imprisonment, contributing to Scottish literature. His reign was marked by efforts to strengthen the Scottish crown and address societal unrest.
Wrote 'The Kingis Quair'
Facilitated reforms in governance
Strengthened royal authority
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