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John James Rickard Macleod: The Overlooked Scotsman Behind the Discovery of Insulin
Originally published 6 September 2026. John James Rickard Macleod was one of Scotland’s most accomplished scientists. Yet his contribution to the discovery of insulin was overshadowed for decades.
Princess Margaret: The Scottish Princess Who Lived Life Unapologetically
Originally published 21 August 2026. Born at Glamis Castle, Princess Margaret combined royal duty with glamour, creativity, rebellion and a distinctly Scottish beginning.
Field Marshal Colin Campbell: A Soldier of His Time, a Legacy Reconsidered
Originally published 14 August 2026. Field Marshal Colin Campbell’s long military career combined courage and careful leadership with the difficult and contested realities of Britain’s expansion.
Alexander III of Scotland: A Golden Reign Cut Short
Originally published 13 July 2026. Alexander III brought peace, prosperity and territorial unity to medieval Scotland before his sudden death triggered a devastating succession crisis.
Robert the Bruce: Scotland’s Warrior King and Long Road to Freedom
Originally published 7 June 2026. Robert the Bruce endured defeat, exile and civil war before securing Scotland’s independence and becoming one of the nation’s most enduring warrior kings.
Dr Isabel Kerr: The Scottish Doctor Who Transformed Leprosy Care in India
Originally published 30 May 2026. From rural Moray to India, Dr Isabel Kerr transformed leprosy care through medicine, compassion and a pioneering commitment to dignity and rehabilitation.