16 th century picture of James I of Scotland and his wife Joan Beaufort wearing royal livery.

OTD in 1424 James I and his wife, Joan Beaumont entered into Edinburgh on Palm Sunday. James' return to Scotland after his long years of exile could be incorporated into the religious celebration taking place that day.

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#otd in 1649, Charles II became King of Scotland and Ireland after his father, Charles I was executed.
On 5th February 1649 the Scots parliament proclaimed him king.
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