Margaret of England
Queen consort of Scots
Born
September 29th, 1240
784 years ago
Died
February 26th, 1275
750 years ago — 34 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Scotland
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Margaret served as the queen consort of Scotland from 1286 until her death in 1290. She married King Alexander III of Scotland in 1285, strengthening ties between England and Scotland. Following the king's untimely death, her claim to the Scottish throne came into focus during a succession crisis. Her life was marked by significant political maneuvering and her role in the dynastic struggles of the time. Despite her early death, she played a pivotal role in the political landscape of Scotland.
Marriage to King Alexander III of Scotland
Role in the succession crisis after Alexander's death
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