Marjorie Bruce

Scottish noblewoman and daughter of a king

Marjorie Bruce - Leaders & Politicians born 1296
Born

1296
730 years ago

Died
Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Scotland

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Daughter of Robert the Bruce, who was King of Scots. Married Walter Stewart, the 6th High Steward of Scotland, strengthening the ties between the Bruce and Stewart families. Her marriage produced a notable lineage that would eventually lead to the Scottish royal line. Marjorie's death occurred shortly after giving birth to a son, who became King Robert II of Scotland, the first monarch of the House of Stewart. The lineage continued to have a significant impact on Scottish history.

Birth of Robert II of Scotland

Marriage to Walter Stewart

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