James V of Scotland

Monarch

1512 – 1542

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Who was James V of Scotland?

James V was King of Scots from 9 September 1513 until his death, which followed the Scottish defeat at the Battle of Solway Moss. His only surviving legitimate child, Mary, succeeded him to the throne when she was just six days old.

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Born
Apr 10, 1512
Linlithgow Palace
Also known as
  • Iacob al V-lea
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Religion
  • Catholicism
Died
Dec 14, 1542
Falkland Palace
Resting place
Holyrood Abbey

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on July 23, 2013

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