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What factors should be considered when looking at the impact of Scotland on Ireland in the sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries?

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I assume you mean the impact that Scotland and Ireland had on Britain.  Well, chiefly, for Scotland, the answer lies in the Stuarts ascending the throne upon the death of Elizabeth I in 1603.  Religion is always a consideration when dealing with this period as well.  Scotland had a historic relationship with France and this antagonized Britain immensely.

These are some of the most important things to consider.  Write back and let me know if you need more information.

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Joseph Logue

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Joseph Logue

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I am knowledgeable about English history from about 1400 to 1688, and then from the reign of Victoria (after 1837). I have a particular interest in the monarchy and dynastic relations of Europe from 1800 onwards. I cannot answer questions regarding the latter Stuarts, the early Hanovers, and the politics of the 18th century.

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Undergraduate degree in British history.
Lifelong interest, and over 25 years of personal study.
Oxford University: History of the British Monarchy

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BA/History
MS/Library and Information Science
Awards and Honors
Graduated with distinction from the Program for European Studies (UMass Boston).

Awards and Honors
Graduated with distinction from the Program for European Studies (UMass Boston).

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