Royal House

Haus Stuart

Von den nebelverhangenen Hügeln des mittelalterlichen Schottlands bis zu den prunkvollen Höfen Londons schuf das Haus Stuart eine Dynastie, die von Ehrgeiz, Konflikten und Tragödien geprägt war und das Schicksal Großbritanniens über Jahrhunderte hinweg bestimmte.

1371–1714EuropeRoyal HouseProtestant/Catholic

"Nemo me impune lacessit"

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Quick Facts

Years Active
1371–1714
Founder
Robert II of Scotland
Region
Europe
Religion
Protestant/Catholic

Notable Rulers

Documentary Chapters

Timeline

Accession of Robert II

Robert II is crowned King of Scots, marking the official beginning of the House of Stuart’s royal dynasty.

Return of James I from Captivity

James I returns to Scotland after 18 years as a prisoner in England and implements significant governmental and legal reforms.

Marriage of James IV and Margaret Tudor

James IV of Scotland marries Margaret Tudor, daughter of Henry VII of England, forging a dynastic link that will later unite the crowns.

Battle of Flodden

James IV is killed at Flodden, leading to a regency for the infant James V and a period of instability in Scotland.

Birth and Accession of Mary, Queen of Scots

Mary is born and becomes queen as an infant following the death of her father, James V.

Abdication of Mary, Queen of Scots

Mary is forced to abdicate in favor of her infant son, James VI, after a series of scandals and rebellions.

Union of the Crowns

James VI of Scotland ascends the English throne as James I, uniting the crowns of Scotland and England.

Publication of the King James Bible

The King James Version of the Bible is published, becoming a cornerstone of English-speaking Christianity.

Execution of Charles I

Charles I is executed after the English Civil War, marking the only regicide of a British monarch.

Restoration of Charles II

The monarchy is restored under Charles II after the collapse of the Commonwealth period.

Glorious Revolution

James II is deposed in favor of William III and Mary II, establishing constitutional limits on monarchy.

Act of Union

The parliaments of England and Scotland are united, creating the Kingdom of Great Britain under Queen Anne.

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