Latest / The Story of Scotland: Clans, Crowns, and the Fight for Identity — Fexingo History
The Scots Brigade: Scotland's Forgotten Army in Europe
Long before the Highland regiments of the British Empire, Scottish soldiers fought across Europe in the service of foreign kings. In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the story of the Scots Brigade — the thousands of mercenaries who served the Dutch Republic from the 16th to the 18th century. They trace the brigade's origins in the Dutch Revolt, its battles against the Spanish and later the French, its unique Calvinist character, and the tight-knit Scottish communities that formed in cities like Utrecht and Leiden. Along the way, they discuss famous commanders like Sir William…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.