Margaret Tudor

Queen of Scotland, wife of James IV

Margaret Tudor - Queen of Scotland, wife of James IV
Born

November 28th, 1489
535 years ago

Died

1541
484 years ago — 52 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Scotland

Links & References

Margaret Tudor served as Queen of Scotland from 1503 until her husband's death in 1513. As the daughter of Henry VII of England, she played a pivotal role in the political landscape of the time, strengthening ties between Scotland and England through her marriage. After the death of James IV at the Battle of Flodden, she faced political challenges and struggles for power while serving as regent for her son, James V. Margaret's influence extended through her descendants, contributing to the unification of the crowns of England and Scotland in later years.

Married James IV of Scotland

Regent for James V of Scotland

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