Events tagged with "holyrood palace"

Historical Events tagged with "holyrood palace"

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Politics & Government

Mary, Queen of Scots weds Henry Stuart

July 29th, 1565 459 years ago

Mary, Queen of Scots, married Henry Stuart, Lord Darnley, in a Catholic ceremony at Holyrood Palace, Edinburgh, Scotland. This marriage united two significant claims to the English throne, as both were descendants of Henry VII of England. The ceremony was attended by numerous nobles and allies as it was crucial for strengthening Mary's position. The union was originally celebrated with enthusiasm, marking a new chapter in Scottish royal lineage.