King James VI of Scotland
Definition
King James VI of Scotland (1567-1625) was the son of Mary, Queen of Scots. He became king at a young age and ruled for 58 years. He is best known for succeeding Elizabeth I to become James I of England in 1603, uniting the crowns of England and Scotland.
Related terms
Stuart Dynasty: The Stuart dynasty refers to the royal house that ruled over Scotland from 1371 and England from 1603 to 1714, which includes King James VI/I.
Union of Crowns: This term refers to the accession of James VI, King of Scots, to the throne of England in 1603. This event united both kingdoms under a single monarch.
Jacobean Era: This term refers to the period in English and Scottish history during the reigns of James I/VI (1567–1625). It's named after Jacobus, which is Latin for "James".
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