Duels: Swords of Scotland

Stories of Scotland by Annie and Jenny

Jul 8, 20241:05:12Society & Culture

Join Jenny and Annie at dawn, as we dive into the dangerous world of Scottish duelling! We explore the history, laws, and legendary figures of Scottish duelling. First, we break down what duelling is and trace its evolut...

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